Bacon Cheeseburger Soup - Low(Er) Carb Version

Ingredients

• 1 lb lean ground beef
• 6 slices bacon, chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
• 1 teaspoon Frank’s red hot sauce
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 8 ounces Velveeta cheese (cubed)
• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup sour cream

Instructions

1. In a large saucepan, cook beef and chopped bacon until both are browned.
2. Add chicken broth, basil, parsley, Franks Red Hot Sauce and bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat - Cover and simmer for 20 - 30 minutes.
4. Add Velveeta, heavy cream, salt and pepper and sour cream and stir until Velveeta melts.
5. Serve in bowls and top with shredded cheese and a teaspoon of sour cream (if desired).