Cheeseburger Soup Recipe

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• ¾ cup chopped onion
• ¾ cup shredded carrots
• ¾ cup diced celery
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
• 4 tablespoons butter divided
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 4 cups peeled and diced potatoes
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups Velveeta processed cheese cubed or 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 ½ cups milk
• ¾ teaspoon salt
• ¼ to ½ teaspoon pepper
• ¼ cup sour cream

Instructions

1. In a 3-quart saucepan, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat and set the beef aside.
2. In the same saucepan, add 1 tablespoon of butter, then the chopped onion, shredded carrots, dried basil, dried parsley flakes, and diced celery. Cook over medium heat until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Pour in the chicken broth, add the peeled and diced potatoes, and the cooked ground beef back into the pan. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
4. In a small skillet, melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Stir in the all-purpose flour and cook for 3-5 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
5. Add the roux mixture into the simmering soup, stirring well. Bring the soup back to a boil and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Then reduce heat to low.
6. Stir in the Velveeta cheese cubes or shredded cheddar cheese along with the milk. Continue cooking and stirring until the cheese has fully melted into the soup.
7. Add salt and pepper to taste. Remove the soup from the heat and stir in the sour cream until fully incorporated and creamy.

Notes

• Use cheddar cheese instead of Velveeta for a more natural cheesy flavor.
• For a thicker soup, add a bit more flour when making the roux.
• Add cooked bacon on top for extra savory flavor and crunch.
• Substitute milk with half-and-half or heavy cream for a richer texture.
• Potatoes can be substituted with cauliflower for a lower-carb option.

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 700mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g