Cheeseburger Chowder

Here is another old favorite from my kitchen.  It comes from the Better Homes and Garden All Time Favorite Recipes cookbook, copyright 1979.

1 lb. ground beef
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed (2 cups)
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1/4 cup onion, chopped
2 tbs. green bell pepper, chopped
1 tbs. instant beef bouillon granules
1/2 tsp. salt
2 1/2 cups milk
3 tbs. flour
1 cup shredded Cheddar

In 3 quart saucepan brown beef.  Drain off excess fat.  Stir in potatoes, celery, onion, pepper, bouillon granules, salt and 1 1/2 cups water.  Cover and cook till vegetables are tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.

Blend 1/2 cup of the milk with the flour.  Add to saucepan along with remaining milk.  Cook and stir till thickened and bubbly.  Add cheese; heat and stir just till cheese melts.

Delicious!