BIG BATCH CHEESEBURGER SOUP

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When my mother-in-law gave me her recipe for cheeseburger soup, I changed it a little to make it my own. You can use turkey meat instead of beef or add bell peppers or jalapenos for a little kick. -Christina Addison, Blanchester, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 4h35m

Yield 6 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 small onion, chopped
1-3/4 pounds potatoes (about 3-4 medium), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 cups chicken broth
1-1/2 cups whole milk
2 medium carrots, shredded
1 celery rib, finely chopped
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (8 ounces) Velveeta, cubed
1/4 cup sour cream
Chopped fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until beef is no longer pink, breaking up beef into crumbles, 6-8 minutes; drain. Transfer to a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Add potatoes, broth, milk, carrots, celery and seasonings. Cook, covered, on low until vegetables are tender, 7-9 hours., Stir in cheese until melted. Stir in sour cream. If desired, sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Fat 15g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 949mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.