Cheeseburger Soup

This recipe came from a friend and I'm not much for hamburger in my soup, but boy is it tasty! I think it would be even better with Italien Sausage. Give it a try!

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 1  lb hamburger
• 3⁄4 cup onion
• 3⁄4 cup carrot
• 3⁄4 cup celery
• 1  teaspoon parsley
• 1  teaspoon basil
• 4  tablespoons butter
• 4  cups chicken broth
• 4  cups potatoes
• 1⁄4 cup flour
• 1  cup cheese spread
• 1 1⁄2 cups milk
• 3⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper

Directions

1. Brown beef, drain, remove from pan & set aside.
2. Chop onion, shred carrots, and dice celery & potatoes.
3. Saute onions, carrots, celery, basil, & parsley in 1 tablespoons butter.
4. Add broth, potatoes, & beef. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover & simmer for 10-15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
5. In small pan melt remaining butter. Add flour, cook & stir for 3-5 minute until bubbly.
6. Add to soup & bring to a boil. Cook & stir for 2 minute.
7. Reduce heat to low, add cheese, milk, salt, & pepper. Cook & stir until cheese melts.