Soup Swap October

This sounded like it could be fun. I found this via http://www.dailyyarnsnmore.com/mid_life_bliss/ October is a good month to begin adding to your soup recipes, here is one of our favorites Cheeseburger Soup 1/2 lb of burger 3/4 c, chopped onion 3/4 c. shredded carrot 1c. diced celery ( I sub. in 3-4 Tbsp. minced Parcel) 1tsp. dry basil 1 tsp parsley flake 4 Tbsp. butter 3c. chicken broth 4c. diced potato( I leave skins on) 1/4 c. flour 8 oz. shredded cheddar cheese 1-1/2 c. milk 3/4 tsp salt pepper to taste 1/4 c. sour cream or plain yogurt In a 4 qt sauce pot, brown burger and set aside. in the same pot saute' onions, carrots, basil, parsley and potatoes in butter until vegetables are tender. Add broth and burger and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cover, simmering 10-12 minutes. Meanwhile make milk thick with flour, boil and stir for 2 minutes, reduce heat and add cheese, salt and pepper. Add this to broth, stirring in well, simmer for 10 minutes. Just before serving blend in sour cream. This is a rich hearty soup and by adding whole wheat rolls or corn bread you have a very filling meal.