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Easy Cheeseburger Soup Recipe

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This EASY Cheeseburger Soup is a creamy, comforting dish loaded with ground beef, tender potatoes, and sharp Cheddar cheese. Perfect for a hearty meal, this soup combines sautéed vegetables, a rich cream sauce, and flavorful seasonings to create a deliciously cheesy and satisfying bowl. It’s easy to prepare in about 50 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a cozy weeknight dinner or weekend lunch.

Ingredients

Meat and Oil

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
  • 1 pound lean ground beef (93/7)

Vegetables and Seasonings

  • 2-1/4 cups mirepoix (diced celery, carrots, and onions)
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 4 cups chopped baby gold potatoes
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (divided)
  • 1 teaspoon pepper (divided)

Liquids and Dairy

  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
  • 4 cups chicken stock (or broth)
  • 1/3 cup flour
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups sharp Cheddar cheese (freshly shredded)
  • 1/3 cup sour cream

Optional Garnish

  • Fresh parsley or thyme
  • Buttered toasted bread

Instructions

  1. Cook Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot over high heat. Add the ground beef and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Cook the beef, breaking it up and crumbling it until fully browned. Transfer the cooked beef to a bowl. Drain the pot, leaving behind 1 tablespoon of grease; if no grease remains, add an additional tablespoon of olive oil.
  2. Cook Veggies: In the same pot, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat. Add the mirepoix (a mix of celery, carrots, and onions), then season with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Sauté the vegetables for 5–7 minutes, until tender. Add the minced garlic, dried parsley flakes, dried basil, ground mustard powder (if using), and chopped baby gold potatoes. Sauté all together for another 1 minute to develop flavors.
  3. Simmer Soup: Pour in the chicken stock and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 15–20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
  4. Cream Sauce: In a separate pot, melt the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour constantly for about 1 minute to cook the flour taste out. Gradually whisk in the whole milk and continue whisking until the mixture thickens into a creamy sauce. Lower the heat to low, stir in the heavy cream and sour cream, and whisk until smooth and fully combined.
  5. Combine: Add the cream sauce mixture and the cooked ground beef back into the pot with the simmered vegetables and potatoes. Stir in the shredded sharp Cheddar cheese gradually, a handful at a time, ensuring each addition melts completely before adding more. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
  6. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and optionally garnish with fresh parsley or thyme. Serve warm with buttered toasted bread for a full comforting meal.

Notes

  • Mirepoix: Mirepoix is a classic mix of diced celery, carrots, and onions used as a flavor base for soups and stews.
  • Cheese: Freshly shredding sharp Cheddar cheese ensures smooth melting and rich flavor.
  • Thickening the Soup: Whisking constantly when adding flour and milk helps avoid lumps and develops a creamy sauce.
  • Optional Garnish: Fresh chopped parsley or thyme add a bright herbal touch that complements the cheesy soup.
  • Make it Heartier: Serve with buttered toasted bread or crackers for dipping.

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