Annetta'a Cheeseburger Soup

1 lb. ground beef
¾ c. chopped onion +
¾ c. diced carrots +
¾ c. diced celery +
1 T. parsley flakes
1 tsp. basil flakes
4 c. diced, peeled potatoes
1 ½ c. milk
¼ c. flour
4 T. butter, divided
3 c. chicken broth
½ tsp. pepper
½ tsp. salt
8 oz. (2 c.) Velveeta cheese, cubed
¼ c. sour cream

In large pan, brown ground beef. Drain and set aside. In same pan, sauté onion, carrots, celery, basil and parsley in one tablespoon of butter. Cook until veggies are tender (about 10 minutes). Add chicken broth, potatoes, salt, pepper and cooked beef. Bring to a boil, and then reduce heat. Cook until potatoes are tender. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, place milk, remaining butter and flour. Heat through until thick. Add to large pot once potatoes are done. Add cubed cheese to soup and cook on low. Once cheese is melted, remove from heat, blend in sour cream and serve.

Optional: Add broccoli and cauliflower.