Cheeseburger Soup

Ingredients:

• ½ lb lean ground beef
• ½ medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 large carrots, peeled and chopped
• 1 rib celery, chopped
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• ½ teaspoon ground mustard
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 3 cups low-sodium chicken or beef broth
• 1 lb potatoes, cut into ½” cubes (about 3 medium)
• 1 cup half and half cream
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions:

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook ground beef and onions until almost browned, about 5 minutes. Drain fat if needed.
2. Add carrots and celery and cook until slightly softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add garlic, salt, parsley, mustard, and pepper and cook for 1 minute.
4. Add broth and potatoes. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes and carrots are tender.
5. Whisk together cream and cornstarch and add to the soup along with cheese, cooking and stirring on low until thickened. Serve.