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Easy Cheeseburger Soup Recipe

Easy Cheeseburger Soup Recipe
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4.8 from 19 reviews

This easy cheeseburger soup is a hearty, comforting dish packed with ground beef, tender potatoes, and a cheesy, creamy broth. Enhanced with diced tomatoes, green chilies, and Italian seasoning, it delivers bold flavors reminiscent of a classic cheeseburger in soup form. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal, this soup can be topped with bacon, sour cream, and green onions for extra indulgence.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, undrained
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
  • 4 cups peeled and cubed potatoes (about 2 large potatoes)
  • 1 cup shredded carrots

Dairy

  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, plus more for topping

Optional Toppings

  • Cooked bacon crumbles
  • Sour cream
  • Green onions

Instructions

  1. Brown the beef: In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it apart with a spoon until fully browned. Drain any excess grease to keep the soup from being too oily.
  2. Sauté onion: Add the chopped onion to the beef and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened and translucent, allowing the natural sweetness to develop.
  3. Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Add liquids and seasonings: Pour in the beef broth, undrained diced tomatoes, and undrained diced green chilies. Stir in dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to infuse flavor.
  5. Add vegetables: Add the peeled and cubed potatoes along with the shredded carrots. Stir to combine everything evenly.
  6. Simmer: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and cooked through.
  7. Add cream cheese: Remove the pot from heat and add softened cream cheese. Whisk thoroughly or use an immersion blender until the soup is smooth and creamy.
  8. Add milk and cheddar: Pour in the milk and stir well to combine. Then stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth, enriching the soup’s cheesy flavor.
  9. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with extra shredded cheddar cheese, cooked bacon crumbles, sour cream, and chopped green onions as desired. Serve immediately to enjoy warm and comforting cheeseburger soup.

Notes

  • For a thicker soup, use less milk or add more cream cheese.
  • Substitute chicken broth for beef broth if preferred.
  • Use low-fat dairy options to reduce calories and fat content.
  • Add cooked bacon for smoky flavor or omit for a vegetarian version by replacing ground beef with plant-based crumbles.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat gently on the stove or microwave to avoid curdling the cheese.

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