Total Time:
Prep: 45 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Makes: 8-10 servings
Ingredients:
- 1/2 lb. ground beef
- 2 tablespoons butter, divided
- 3/4 cup chopped onion
- 3/4 cup shredded carrots
- 3/4 cup diced celery
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
- 1-3/4 lb. (about 4 cups) cubed peeled potatoes
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 to 4 cups shredded Velvetta
- 1-1/2 cups whole milk
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 cup sour cream
Directions:
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook and crumble beef until no longer pink. Usually take 6-8 minutes; drain and set aside. In the same saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Sauce onion, carrots, celery, basil, and parsley until vegetables are tender; about 10 minutes. Add potatoes, ground beef and broth; bring to broil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender (around 10-12 minutes).
- Meanwhile, in a small skillet, melt remaining butter. Add flour; cook and stir until bubbly, 3-5 minutes. (You are making a rue). Add to soup; bring to a boil. Cook and stir 2 minutes. Reduce heat to low. Stir in cheese, milk, salt and pepper. Cook until cheese melts. Remove from heat; blend in sour cream (optional).
Cheeseburger Soup Tips
What can I substitute for the Velveeta and ground beef?
* Any low melting-point cheeses, such as Swiss and cheddar, can be substituted for the Velveeta. Or for a kick, use pepper jack. If you’re looking to cut some fat from this soup, reduce the ground beef with ground sirloin, round or turkey.
How do you store cheeseburger soup? Can I freeze it?
* You can store soup by letting it cool completely and placing it in a tightly covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Soups with starches and dairy (like the this soup) are not ideal for freezing.
Can I add bacon?
* Yes, you can always add bacon. Top bowls with crumbled cooked bacon for a bacon-cheeseburger twist.
All the love,
Cheyenne
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