Cheeseburger Soup

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 lb ground beef
• 4 tablespoons butter, divided
• 1 small white onion, chopped
• 2 medium carrots, shredded
• 2 ribs celery, diced
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 4 cups potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 cups Velveeta, shredded
• 1 1/2 cups whole milk
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

PREPARATION

1. In a large pot over medium heat, season ground beef and brown until no longer pink, about 8 minutes. Drain, if needed, and remove beef to a plate. Set aside.
2. In same pot, melt remaining butter. Add onion, carrots, celery, parsley, and garlic powder, and cook until tender, stirring occasionally about 10 minutes. Add flour and cook 1 minute more.
3. Add potatoes, ground beef, and broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes.
4. Reduce heat to low and stir in cheese and milk and season to taste with salt and pepper. Continue stirring until cheese has melted.
5. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream. Serve and enjoy!