Cheeseburger Soup

1 lb. hamburger

3/4 c. chopped onion

3/4 c. shredded carrots

3/4 c. diced celery

1 t. dried basil

1 t. dried parsley

4 T. butter

3 c. chicken broth

2 peeled and diced potatoes (3-4 c)

1/4 c. flour

16 oz. cubed velveeta

1 1/2 c. milk

3/4 t. salt

1/2 t. pepper

1/4 c. sour cream

Brown hamburger, drain and set aside. Saute onion, carrots, parsley, basil and celery in 1 T. butter. Add broth, potatoes and beef. Bring to boil. Simmer 10-12 minutes. In small skillet melt 3 T butter and add flour. Cook & stir 3-4 minutes until bubbly. Add to soup and bring to boil. Cook & stir for 2 minutes and reduce to simmer on low. Stir in cheese, milk, salt and pepper. Once cheese is melted, remove from heat and stir in sour cream.

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