Description
Experience the ultimate comfort of a classic diner meal in a bowl. This rich and creamy soup combines savory ground beef, tender potatoes, and a velvety cheese base to create a hearty, satisfying experience. Infused with aromatics like carrots, celery, and a touch of pepper jack cheese for warmth, it is a beloved family favorite that is as efficient to prepare as it is delicious. Perfect for chilly evenings or busy weeknights when you need a reliable, crowd-pleasing dinner.
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
3/4 cup onion, finely chopped
3/4 cup carrots, shredded
3/4 cup celery, diced
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried parsley
4 cups potatoes, cubed
3 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups Velveeta cheese, cubed
1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
1 1/2 cups milk
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
Add the onion, carrots, celery, basil, and parsley to the pot and sauté until vegetables are soft.
Stir in the cubed potatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10-15 minutes.
In a small bowl, whisk the flour and milk together until smooth.
Slowly stir the milk mixture into the soup and cook until slightly thickened.
Reduce heat to low and add the Velveeta and pepper jack cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve warm.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove over low heat to prevent the cheese from separating. Add a splash of milk if the soup becomes too thick after storage.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 45
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg