Description
Easy Cheeseburger Soup is the ultimate comfort food, combining the beloved flavors of a classic cheeseburger into a warm, hearty bowl of soup. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for chilly evenings or family dinners, featuring a creamy base enriched with cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and tender potatoes. With its satisfying texture and rich taste, it appeals to both kids and adults alike. Customize it with your favorite toppings for an extra twist, making this dish a must-try for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 pieces of bacon
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- 2 sticks diced celery
- 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
- 6 tablespoons flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 lb Yukon potatoes (peeled and diced)
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large soup pot over medium-high heat, cook bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In the same pot, brown ground beef; drain excess fat.
- Melt butter and sauté onion and celery until softened.
- Stir in garlic and flour; cook for 2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth until smooth; bring to a boil.
- Add cream, Worcestershire sauce, diced potatoes, and return beef to pot. Simmer covered until potatoes are tender (about 15 minutes).
- Remove from heat; stir in cheddar cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Soup
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg