Cheeseburger Soup
Cheeseburger soup is the ultimate comfort food, combining a rich, creamy broth with tender ground beef and vibrant veggies. This hearty dish offers a delightful twist on traditional flavors, topped with crispy bacon and melted cheese, making it perfect for cozy nights in or casual family gatherings. With its ease of preparation and satisfying taste, this cheeseburger soup will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup bacon bits (cooked)
- Optional: ¼ cup diced dill pickles
- Seasonings: 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp paprika, salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add onions, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth and season with oregano and paprika. Simmer while scraping up browned bits.
- Lower heat; stir in heavy cream and cream cheese until smooth.
- Gradually fold in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Taste for seasoning; garnish with bacon bits and optional pickles before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Substitute ground turkey for a leaner option or add bell peppers for extra crunch. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.