Name: Cheeseburger Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 3 hamburger buns,; 2 tablespoons olive oil; Pinch of salt; 6 slices bacon, chopped; 1 lb. ground beef; 4 tablespoons butter; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 celery stalks, finely chopped; 2 carrots, grated; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1 teaspoon dried parsley; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 4 cups beef broth; 1 1/2 cups whole milk; 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 2 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 3-4 cups); 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese; Diced tomatoes; Chopped dill pickles; Chopped green onions; Additional cheese