Description
Experience the comforting warmth of Cheeseburger Soup, a delightful dish that combines the rich flavors of a classic cheeseburger into a creamy bowl of goodness. This hearty soup is perfect for family dinners, game nights, or any cozy gathering, satisfying your cravings while offering a unique twist on traditional soup recipes. With its velvety texture and cheesy flavor profile, Cheeseburger Soup is not only easy to prepare in just 20 minutes but also serves as a crowd-pleaser that can be customized to suit everyone’s tastes. Enjoy this comforting meal that warms you from the inside out, making it an instant favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- ¾ cup chopped onion
- ¾ cup shredded carrots
- ¾ cup diced celery
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 4 cups diced peeled potatoes
- 12 ounces pepper jack cheese (cubed)
- 1½ cups milk
- ¼ cup sour cream
Instructions
- In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain excess fat and set aside.
- In the same saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and sauté the onion, carrots, celery, basil, and parsley until tender (about 10 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (1 minute).
- Stir in chicken broth, diced potatoes, and browned beef. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 10–12 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- In a small skillet, melt remaining butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook until bubbly (3–5 minutes). Add this roux to the soup and bring back to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in cubed cheese, milk, salt, and pepper until cheese melts completely. Blend in sour cream before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg