Cheeseburger Soup

Brown ground beef. Drain and set aside. In a 3-quart saucepan, sauté onions, carrots, celery, basil, and parsley flakes in 1 tablespoon margarine until vegetables are tender or about 10 minutes. Add chicken broth, potatoes, and beef. Bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 10-12 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

While the above is simmering, melt the remaining 3 tablespoons margarine in a small skillet; add flour. Cook while stirring 3-5 minutes until bubbly. Add to soup and bring soup mixture to a boil and cook, while stirring, for 2 minutes. Reduce heat to low. Add cheese, milk, salt, and pepper. Cook while stirring until cheese melts.

Remove from heat and blend in sour cream.