Cheeseburger Mac Soup

lean ground beef

sea or kosher salt and fresh black pepper

mixed green and red bell peppers, diced

mixed red and yellow onion, diced

garlic, minced

olive oil, for sauteing

dried oregano

dried thyme

chicken or beef broth (I used chicken)

fresh parsley, chopped

elbow macaroni

baby spinach, chopped

sharp cheddar cheese, cubed or shredded

cooked, crumbled bacon, optional, for garnish