Ingredients

The following ingredients have 7 Servings
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ¾ cup chopped onion
  • ¾ cup shredded carrots
  • 2 cups broccoli (chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
  • 4 tablespoons butter (divided)
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 4 cups peeled and diced potatoes
  • ¼ cup all purpose flour
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups milk
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ to ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
  • optional toppings: bacon bits (green onions, cheese)

Instruction

  • Brown the ground beef in 3 quart saucepan. Drain and set aside.
  • In the same saucepan add 1 T butter and add onion, shredded carrots, parsley flakes, and basil. Saute until tender.
  • Add the broth, potatoes, and broccoli and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 10-12 minutes or until potatoes and broccoli are tender.
  • In small skillet melt remaining butter (3 T) and add the flour. Cook and stir for 3-5 minutes or until bubbly. Add to the soup and bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Reduce heat to low.
  • Stir in the beef, cheese, milk, worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Cook and stir until cheese melts. Remove from heat and blend in sour cream.