Cheeseburger Soup

1/2 lb. ground beef

3/4 c. chopped onion

1 c. diced celery

3/4 c. carrots

1 tsp basil

1 1/2 c. milk

1/2 tsp pepper

8 oz american processed cheese (or shredded cheddar cheese)

1/4 c. flour

4 tbsp butter

3 c. chicken broth

4 c. diced potatoes

1 tsp parsley

3/4 tsp salt

1/4 c. sour cream, optional

Brown beef and drain. Saute onions, carrots, celery, basil, and parsley in 1 tsp butter until tender for 10 minutes in large pot. Add broth, potatoes, and beef. Bring to a boil and reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until potatoes are tender. In a small skillet, melt remaining 3 tbsp butter. Add flour. Cook and stir for 3-5 minutes or until bubbly. Add to soup. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Reduce heat to low. Add cheese, milk, salt and pepper. Cook until cheese melts. Blend in sour cream before serving.