Cheeseburger Chowder

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Cheeseburger Chowder

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Ingredients:

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1 pound ground beef
3/4 cup chopped onion
3 tablespoons butter divided
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup diced carrots
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried parsley
3 cups chicken broth
4 cups diced peeled potatoes
1/4 cup flour
1 1/2 cups evaporated milk
2 cups cubed process Velveeta
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup sour cream
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Directions:

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In a saute pan brown the ground beef and onion.

Add garlic, carrots, basil and parsley. Saute about 3 minutes.

Add broth and beef and potatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cover, simmer for 15 to 20 minutes or until carrots and potatoes are tender.

Meanwhile melt remaining butter in a small skillet. Add flour and cook, stirring, for 3 to 5 minutes. Gradually add evaporated milk, stirring constantly, cooking and stirring for 6 to 8 minutes. Gradually stir the sauce into the soup. Bring to a boil and cook for 2 minutes. Reduce heat to low. Add cheese, salt and pepper. Continue to stir until cheese melts. Remove from heat and blend in sour cream. Serves 8
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Enjoy....