Cheeseburger Soup

THE INGREDIENTS

1 lb ground beef

1 onion, diced

3⁄4 cup shredded carrot

3⁄4 cup chopped celery

1 teaspoon dried parsley

3 cups chicken broth

4 cups potatoes, cubed

1⁄4 cup all-purpose flour

2 cups cheddar cheese, cubed

1 1⁄2 cups milk

4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons margarine

DIRECTIONS

In a large pot, brown ground beef and onion.

Add broth, celery, carrots, parsley and potatoes.

Bring to a boil, and then simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10-12 minutes.

In a saucepan, melt the butter and stir in flour.

Add the milk, stirring until smooth.

Gradually add milk mixture to the soup, stirring constantly.

Bring to a boil and reduce heat to simmer.

Stir in cheese; continue to stir until cheese is melted then serve.

Do not boil