Description
This Easy Cheeseburger Soup is the ultimate comfort food, combining hearty ground beef, tender potatoes, and creamy cheddar cheese in a rich, flavorful broth. Perfect for cold days, this soup delivers all the classic cheeseburger flavors in a warm, comforting bowl that’s quick and simple to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, undrained
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
Vegetables
- 4 cups peeled and cubed potatoes (about 2 large potatoes)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
Dairy
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, plus more for topping
Optional Toppings
- Cooked bacon crumbles
- Sour cream
- Green onions
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it apart with a spoon until fully browned. Drain any excess grease to keep the soup from becoming too oily.
- Sauté Onion: Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook over medium heat until it becomes soft and translucent, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant, ensuring rich flavor without burning.
- Add Broth and Tomatoes: Pour in the beef broth along with the diced tomatoes and diced green chilies, including their juices, to build the soup’s liquid base.
- Season the Soup: Mix in the dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to enhance the flavor profile.
- Add Vegetables: Add the peeled and cubed potatoes and shredded carrots to the pot, which will provide hearty texture and sweetness.
- Simmer: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer gently for 15 to 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender to the fork.
- Add Cream Cheese: Remove the pot from heat. Add the softened cream cheese and whisk vigorously or use an immersion blender until the soup is smooth and creamy.
- Incorporate Milk: Stir in the milk to achieve a smooth soup consistency and to mellow the flavors.
- Add Cheddar Cheese: Mix in the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until it is completely melted and integrated for a rich cheesy taste.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and top with extra shredded cheddar cheese, bacon crumbles, sour cream, and green onions if desired. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use reduced-fat cream cheese and cheddar cheese, and low-fat milk.
- Make sure to drain the excess grease after browning the beef to prevent the soup from being too greasy.
- Feel free to substitute Yukon Gold potatoes for the russet potatoes for a creamier texture.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop or in a microwave.
- Add a splash of Worcestershire sauce or Dijon mustard for a more complex flavor if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cheeseburger soup, comfort food, easy soup recipe, ground beef soup, creamy soup, cheesy soup, winter soup recipe
