1medonion, diced small or chopped in food processor
2carrots, shredded
2stalks celery, diced small or chopped in a food processor
1med.russet potato, peeled and diced small
12slicesKraft singles American cheese, cubed to melt better
salt and pepper to taste
1/2tspworcestershire sauce, (optional)
Instructions
In a dutch oven or large stock pot, place the bacon and ground meat on medium heat and brown, 5 or 6 minutes.
Once browned, add the 3 tbsp of oil and the 1/4 cup of flour and stir and cook the flour about one minute.
Next, add the milk and stir to incorporate the flour and then add the broth and bring to a boil. Use a wooden spoon to scrape any brown bits from the bottom of the pot.
Add the carrots, onion, celery, and potato, reduce to a simmer and cook until the vegetables have softened, 20 minutes.
Stir in the cheese to melt, taste and adjust flavor with salt and pepper as desired.
Remove from the heat and serve, garnish with croutons, additional cheese and parsley if desired.