Cheeseburger Soup

This soup came to life after watching an episode of Triple D (Diners, Drive ins and Dives).  There's just something about taking classic American food & turning it into something unique, like a soup that people just love.  It's like it doubles the comfort level.  And this soup quickly became one of favorites and one of the most requested recipes that I have to this day.  Here's a secret to reduce some of the calories, without losing flavor: we use ground turkey in place of ground beef & then amp up the flavor by adding worcestershire sauce & it totally works GREAT!!  But feel free to use whatever you like, make it your own & enjoy!!!         

Ingredients:

1 pound ground turkey

2 to 3 teaspoons olive oil 

1 large onion, chopped 

2 cloves garlic, grated 

5oz spinach 

dash worcestershire 

1 quart chicken stock 

8 ounces Velveeta cheese 

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

4 tablespoons butter 

1/3 cup flour 

2 cups milk 

dash cayenne

salt and pepper, to taste

In a skillet, over medium high heat add olive and brown ground beef & onion.  Add the chicken broth, spinach & Velveeta cheese. Stir continuously until cheese is melted. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and set aside.  In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; stir in flour until smooth, about 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the milk & cayenne. Continue stirring until roux thickens and begins to bubble slightly.  Add roux into the soup & whisk til well blended. Add salt, pepper & worcestershire to taste. Simmer for 30 mins, to allow it to thicken.

Serves 6 to 8