Creamy Cheeseburger Soup Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20 blend)
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 4 cups (960 ml) beef broth
• 1 cup (240 ml) milk
• 2 cups (480 ml) shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4-6 slices of crispy cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)
• Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
• Diced pickles (optional)