Cheeseburger Soup Recipe 🍔🧀🥔
This Cheeseburger Soup is a rich, creamy comfort food favorite loaded with seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, carrots, cheddar cheese, and a velvety broth. It tastes just like a cheeseburger in a bowl and is perfect for chilly nights.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- One-pot meal
- Family-friendly
- Loaded with cheese
- Hearty and filling
- Great leftovers
- Comfort food classic
Ingredients
Soup Base
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups whole milk
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Garnish
- Crumbled bacon
- Green onions
- Extra cheddar cheese
Instructions
Step 1
In a large Dutch oven, cook ground beef and onion until browned.
Drain excess grease.
Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Step 2
Add:
- Potatoes
- Carrots
- Chicken broth
Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
Step 3
In a small saucepan melt butter.
Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
Slowly whisk in milk.
Cook until slightly thickened.
Step 4
Pour milk mixture into the soup.
Add cream cheese and stir until smooth.
Step 5
Stir in cheddar cheese.
Season with:
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
Simmer for 5 minutes.
Step 6
Serve hot topped with bacon, green onions, and extra cheddar cheese.
Storage
Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I freeze Cheeseburger Soup?
Yes, but dairy-based soups may separate slightly when reheated.
What potatoes work best?
Russet potatoes create the creamiest texture.
Can I add bacon?
Absolutely. Bacon makes this even better.