Description
Discover the comforting delight of Easy Cheeseburger Soup, a creamy and satisfying dish that brings together the beloved flavors of a classic cheeseburger. This hearty soup is perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings, making it a family favorite in no time. With a rich combination of ground beef, fresh vegetables, and melty cheese, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also quick to serve—ready in under an hour! Customize it with your favorite toppings and enjoy a bowl of warmth that feels just like home.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ pound ground beef
- 4 tablespoons butter
- ¾ cup diced carrots
- ¾ cup diced celery
- ¾ cup diced onion
- 4 cups diced potatoes
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 to 2 cups Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1½ cups whole milk
- Optional: sour cream and garnishes like onion rings or crumbled bacon
Instructions
- In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat for 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Sauté diced carrots, celery, and onion in the same pot until tender.
- Add potatoes and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a boil before simmering until potatoes are cooked through.
- Create a roux with butter and flour; stir into the soup for thickening.
- Stir in Velveeta cheese and milk until melted and creamy. Finish with sour cream for extra richness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 65mg