Description
Easy Cheeseburger Soup is a creamy, comforting delight that transforms the classic flavors of a cheeseburger into a delectable soup. This hearty dish features ground beef, tender vegetables, and gooey cheese, making it an ideal choice for chilly evenings or casual gatherings with family and friends. In under an hour, you can whip up this satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Customize it with your favorite toppings for an extra touch of flavor and enjoy a bowl of warmth and happiness!
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ pound ground beef
- 4 tablespoons butter
- ¾ cup diced carrots
- ¾ cup diced celery
- ¾ cup diced onion
- 4 cups diced potatoes
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 to 2 cups Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1½ cups whole milk
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¼ to ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup sour cream
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the ground beef for 6-8 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in the same pot. Add carrots, celery, onions, and sauté for about 10 minutes until tender.
- Stir in potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes until potatoes are soft.
- In a small pan, melt remaining butter over medium-low heat. Stir in flour to create a roux; cook until bubbling (3-5 minutes). Mix into the soup and simmer to thicken.
- Reduce heat to low; stir in Velveeta cheese, milk, salt, and pepper until melted. Remove from heat and mix in sour cream.
- Serve warm topped with optional garnishes like onion rings or crumbled bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg