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Cheeseburger Soup Recipe

This delightful cheeseburger soup combines all the flavors of a classic cheeseburger into a cozy bowl of goodness. Filled with savory ground beef, hearty vegetables, and rich cheese, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household!
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Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cheeseburger Soup Recipe
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 4 cups diced potatoes
  • 1 to 2 cups Velveeta cubed
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 3/4 cup diced celery
  • 3/4 cup diced carrots
  • 3/4 cup diced onion
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 pound ground beef
  • 4 tablespoons butter divided
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • Optional toppings: crumbled bacon green onions, onion rings

Instructions

  • Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, then add the ground beef. Cook, stirring and breaking it up, for 6 to 8 minutes until browned and no longer pink. Drain the excess fat and set the cooked beef aside.
  • In the same pot, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the diced carrots, celery, onions, dried basil, and dried parsley. Saute for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
  • Return the cooked ground beef to the pot along with the diced potatoes and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat and cover the pot with a lid. Allow the soup to simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  • While the soup simmers, melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter in a small pan over medium-low heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, whisking constantly until the roux begins to bubble. Gradually incorporate this roux into the soup, stirring as you bring the soup to a boil. Let it cook for 2 minutes to thicken.
  • Lower the heat and add the cubed Velveeta, whole milk, salt, and black pepper to the soup. Stir until the cheese has fully melted. Remove from heat and gently stir in the sour cream until well combined.
  • Serve the soup warm, garnished with onion rings, green onions, and crumbled bacon if desired. Enjoy!