Description
This Easy Cheeseburger Soup is a creamy, comforting dish that captures all the flavors of a classic cheeseburger in a warm bowl. Made with browned ground beef, tender potatoes, melted cheddar cheese, and a rich broth base, it’s perfect for a quick family meal. Optional toppings like bacon bits and pickles add a delightful twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups diced potatoes
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup milk or heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
- Worcestershire sauce, to taste
- Bacon bits
- Jalapeños
- Pickles
Instructions
- Brown the beef: In a large pot over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it’s fully browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Once cooked, drain any excess grease to keep the soup from becoming too oily.
- Sauté veggies: Add butter to the pot, then toss in the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook these until they become soft and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid burning.
- Simmer potatoes and broth: Add the diced potatoes and beef broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 10-15 minutes.
- Thicken the soup: In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and milk (or heavy cream) until smooth. Slowly stir this mixture into the simmering pot, cooking until the soup thickens and becomes creamy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add cheese: Reduce the heat to low and gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring continuously until the cheese has completely melted and the soup is smooth.
- Serve and garnish: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with your choice of optional toppings such as bacon bits, jalapeños, pickles, or a splash of Worcestershire sauce for an authentic cheeseburger flavor boost.
Notes
- You can substitute heavy cream with whole milk for a lighter soup, but heavy cream gives a richer texture.
- For more flavor, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce during the simmering step.
- Make sure to brown the beef well to develop a deeper flavor base.
- Potatoes should be diced evenly to ensure they cook uniformly.
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
