Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this hearty Cheeseburger Soup Recipe. Packed with savory ground beef, tender vegetables, and creamy cheese, this soup is a satisfying meal on its own.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 3 cups peeled and diced potatoes
- 3 cups chicken or beef broth
For the Cheese Mixture:
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
For Garnish:
- Chopped parsley or green onions (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic, salt, pepper, basil, and paprika and cook for 1 minute more.
- Add potatoes and broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- In a small bowl, whisk flour into the milk until smooth, then slowly stir into the soup. Cook for another 4–5 minutes, stirring often, until thickened slightly.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream until fully incorporated. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with parsley or green onions before serving.
Notes
- Use Velveeta for a creamier, classic diner-style flavor.
- Ground turkey can be used for a leaner option.
- This soup thickens as it cools—add extra broth or milk when reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 690 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
