Cheeseburger Chowder From Cooking Live

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This thick and hearty chowder comes from sara moulton's old food network show cooking live." perfect fare for a cold winter night!"!

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Steps

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In a saute pan brown the ground beef.

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Drain and set aside.

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In same saute pan saute onion in 1 tablespoon butter until tender.

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Add garlic , carrots , basil and parsley.

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Saute about 3 minutes.

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Add broth and beef and potatoes.

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Bring to a boil.

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Reduce heat and cover , simmer for 15 to 20 minutes or until carrots and potatoes are tender.

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Meanwhile melt remaining butter in a small skillet.

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Add flour and cook , stirring for 3 to 5 minutes.

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Gradually add evaporated milk , stirring constantly , cooking and stirring for 6 to 8 minutes.

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Gradually stir the sauce into the soup.

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Bring to a boil and cook for 2 minutes.

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Reduce heat to low.

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Add cheese , salt and pepper.

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Continue to stir until cheese melts.

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Remove from heat and blend in sour cream.

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Garnish each serving with chopped fresh tomatoes and dill pickle slices.

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Ingredients

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ground beef, onion, butter, garlic, carrot, dried basil, dried parsley, chicken broth, potatoes, flour, evaporated milk, process american cheese, salt, pepper, sour cream, dill pickle, chopped tomato