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Brown beef in pan; drain and set in pot you will cook soup in.
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In same pan, saute carrots, onions, celery, basil, and parsley until tender in tbsp of butter.
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About 10 minutes.
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In the same pot as the beef, add veggies, broth, and potatoes; bring to a boil.
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Reduce heat and let simmer for 10 minutes.
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In a small skillet, melt remaining butter.
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Add flour.
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Stir for 3-5 minutes on medium heat until bubbly.
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Add to soup; bring to a boil.
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Stir for 2 minutes.
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Reduce heat to low.
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Add cheese, milk, salt, and pepper.
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Stir until cheese melts.
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Remove from heat.
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Blend in sour cream.
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Fry up bacon until crispy.
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Crumble and stir into soup.
