This soup will instantly become a favorite with your family. It's easy and quick to make and is inexpensive as well. It's one of the best soups that you will even make. Serve it with a side salad and some crusty bread.
1 lb. ground beef
¾ c. chopped or grated onion
¾ c. shredded carrots
¾ c. diced celery
1 t. dried basil
1 t. dried parsley flakes
4 T. butter, divided
3 c. chicken stock/broth
4 c. peeled and diced potatoes
¼ c. all-purpose flour
2 c. Velveeta processed cheese cubed (16 oz. ) or 2 c. shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1½ c. milk
¾ t. salt
¼ - ½ t. pepper
pinch or 2 of garlic powder
¼ c. sour cream
shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, for garnish
Brown ground beef in 3 quart saucepan; drain; discard grease; set aside.
In the same saucepan, add 1 T. butter; add onion, shredded carrots, parsley flakes, basil and celery; saute until tender.
Add stock, potatoes and beef; bring to a boil; reduce heat; cover; simmer 10-12 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
In small skillet, melt remaining 3 T. butter; add flour; cook and stir for 3-5 minutes or until bubbly; add to the soup; bring to a boil. Cook; stir for 2 minutes; reduce heat to low.
Stir in cheese, milk, garlic powder, salt and pepper; cook and stir until cheese melts.
Remove from heat. Stir in sour cream. Garnish with some shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, if desired.