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Easy Cheeseburger Soup


  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

Easy Cheeseburger Soup is a rich, creamy, and comforting dish packed with ground beef, cheese, and potatoes. Perfect for chilly nights, this budget-friendly meal is quick to make and a family favorite.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 3 cups chicken or beef broth
  • 1 cup carrots, shredded
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon mustard powder (optional)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
  • ¼ cup sour cream (optional, for added tang)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Brown the Beef:
    • In a large pot, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat and set aside.
  • Sauté the Aromatics:
    • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in the same pot. Sauté onion for 3–4 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Cook the Vegetables:
    • Add potatoes, carrots, and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10–15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  • Make the Roux:
    • In a separate saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in milk, cooking until thickened (2–3 minutes).
  • Combine and Simmer:
    • Return beef to the pot. Stir in roux mixture, cheese, salt, pepper, paprika, and mustard powder. Simmer for 5–10 minutes until cheese melts.
  • Finish and Serve:
    • Stir in heavy cream or sour cream (if using). Garnish with parsley and serve hot with crusty bread or crackers.

Notes

  • Bacon Cheeseburger Soup: Add cooked crumbled bacon.
  • Low-Carb Version: Substitute potatoes with cauliflower.
  • Spicy Kick: Add diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper.
  • Different Cheeses: Use pepper jack, mozzarella, or a cheese blend.
  • Turkey or Chicken Version: Replace ground beef with turkey or shredded chicken.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Cheeseburger Soup, Comfort Food, Creamy Soup Recipe, Easy Dinner Idea, Kid-Friendly Soup

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