Place olive oil, carrots, onions, and celery in pot. Cook over medium heat for five minutes.
Add the ground round, and cook over medium heat until browned. If there is a lot of excess grease, you can drain it out.
Add broth, spices, and potatoes, Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and cook over medium heat for about 20 minutes.
Combine the ½ cup of non-dairy milk and flour in a bowl, and stir until smooth. Add to pot. Stir while cooking until the soup thickens.
Add the ¾ cup non-dairy milk and cheese, stir until melted. Serve right away, and season with more salt and pepper if desired.
Notes
Feel free to use peas or green peppers in place of celery if you like.If you don't have time to shred the cheese, you can also just finely chop it with a knife. Daiya Cheddar Style Slices also work well in this recipe. Store leftovers in an airtight refrigerator for up to 3 days.