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Easy One-Pot Creamy Cheeseburger Soup

A close-up of a bowl of rich, creamy cheeseburger soup filled with ground beef, potatoes, melted cheddar, and topped with sour cream and fresh chives.
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Create the ultimate comfort food with this easy, one-pot Cheeseburger Soup. It tastes just like your favorite burger, featuring ground beef, potatoes, and sharp cheddar cheese in a rich, creamy broth. This recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner the whole family will enjoy.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1.5 pounds ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 3 cups)
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried mustard powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk (whole or 2%)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, cubed
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup sour cream, for topping (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives or green onion tops, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until fully browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the pot with the beef and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the beef broth, diced potatoes, Worcestershire sauce, mustard powder, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and milk until smooth. Pour this mixture into the simmering soup, stirring constantly until the soup begins to thicken slightly.
  5. Reduce the heat to low. Add the cubed cream cheese and stir until it is completely melted and incorporated into the broth, creating a creamy base.
  6. Remove the pot from the heat. Gradually stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, a handful at a time, stirring until each addition is fully melted and smooth before adding more. Do not allow the soup to boil after adding the cheese, or it may separate.
  7. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Serve hot, topped with a dollop of sour cream and fresh chives, if desired.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, substitute 4 slices of crumbled cooked bacon for some of the ground beef.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, simmer uncovered for the last 5 minutes of cooking the potatoes.
  • Shred your own cheese from a block; pre-shredded cheese contains anti-caking agents that prevent smooth melting.
  • This recipe works well in a slow cooker; brown the beef separately, then combine all ingredients except the milk/flour slurry and cheese in the slow cooker. Cook on low for 6-8 hours. Whisk the slurry and cheese in during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

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