Cheeseburger Soup

1 lb. ground beef

¾ c. chopped onion
3 c. chicken broth
4 c. diced, peeled potatoes

¾ c. shredded carrots

¾ c. diced celery

1 tsp. dried basil
1 tsp. dried parsley flakes
¼ c. flour
4 TBSP butter
¾ tsp. salt
¼ tsp. pepper
1 ½ c. milk
8 oz. American cheese, cubed
¼ c. sour cream

In 3 qt saucepan brown beef, drain well and set aside. In same pan sauté onions carrots, celery, basil, and parsley in 1 TBSP of butter until tender (about 10 min.). Add broth, potatoes, and beef. Bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

Meanwhile in small skillet, melt remaining butter. Add flour, cook and stir for 3-5 minutes until bubbly. Add to soup, bring to boil for 2 min. Reduce heat to low. Add cheese, milk, salt and pepper. Cook until cheese melts. Remove from heat blend in sour cream – serve immediately.