Cheeseburger Soup (Printable Version)

# What You'll Need:

01 - 1/4 cup sour cream.
02 - 3/4 teaspoon salt.
03 - 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
04 - 1 1/2 cups milk.
05 - 2 cups Velveeta cheese, cubed.
06 - 1/4 cup flour.
07 - 4 cups potatoes, peeled and diced.
08 - 3 cups chicken broth.
09 - 4 tablespoons butter, split.
10 - 1 teaspoon dried parsley.
11 - 1 teaspoon dried basil.
12 - 3/4 cup celery, diced.
13 - 3/4 cup carrots, shredded.
14 - 3/4 cup onion, chopped.
15 - 1 pound ground beef.

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Sauté the veggies in 1 tablespoon butter till soft. Sprinkle the herbs while cooking. Brown the beef separately, drain it, and keep it aside.
02 - Combine the beef, potatoes, and broth in a pot. Heat to a boil, then simmer for about 10-12 minutes until the potatoes soften.
03 - Melt the other 3 tablespoons of butter and cook it with the flour for 3-5 minutes. Stir this mixture into the soup. Boil it again and let it cook another 2 minutes.
04 - Turn the heat down low. Mix in the cheese, milk, and seasonings. Cook until the cheese has completely melted. Take it off the stove and stir in the sour cream before serving.

# Additional Tips:

01 - This dish has won awards.
02 - Perfect for cozy nights.
03 - Cheddar can work too.
04 - Gently reheat when needed.
05 - Quick enough for busy evenings.
06 - A hearty choice during cold weather.