Cheeseburger Soup

This Cheeseburger Soup is a hearty and comforting soup that takes the classic flavors of a cheeseburger and transforms them into a creamy bowl of goodness! With the addition of freshly shredded cheddar cheese that melts seamlessly into the broth, you will get a silky and cheesy flavor reminiscent of a cheeseburger.

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This cheeseburger soup recipe is absolutely packed with flavor and comes together in no time! The ingredients list may look long, but each ingredient will add a depth of flavor that is totally worth your time.

Cheeseburger soup is a family favorite, and perfect for chilly nights when you need something comforting and filling. Pair it with crusty bread or homemade flaky biscuits! I guarantee this soup will be on your dinner rotation, because it is seriously irresistible!

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Ingredients Needed

• Uncooked Bacon: Chop it into small pieces and cook the bacon in the pot first! This starts the flavor-building process off strong.
• Veggies: Onion, carrots, celery and garlic are added for loads of flavor!
• Ground Beef: This is what makes it cheeseburger soup! You can substitute the ground beef for ground chicken or turkey, but keep in mind it will have a lighter flavor.
• Chicken & Beef Broth: I like to use a combo of chicken and beef broth. I find the combination of the two adds the best flavor however feel free to add just one if that’s what you have on hand.
• Worcestershire Sauce: To add some extra umami flavor!
• Ketchup & Yellow Mustard: Hear me out. A little bit of ketchup and mustard adds a tangy flavor that balances all of the richness in this soup!
• Potatoes: Use yukon gold or russet potatoes, and try to cut them into evenly sized pieces so they are all tender around the same time.
• Whole Milk: To make the broth creamy!
• Sour Cream: Sour cream adds extra creaminess, tanginess, and helps to thicken up the soup.

How to Make cheeseburger soup

1. Cook Bacon: Heat a large cast iron pot or dutch oven over medium high heat. Add in bacon and stir occasionally until fully cooked. Remove from the pan and set aside.

2. Add Veggies: Add onions, carrots, and celery to the same pot and sauté for 4-5 minutes or until the vegetables start to get tender. Add in garlic and stir for an additional minute.

3. Brown the Meat: Add the ground beef to the pan, breaking up chunks as it cooks.

4. Add Other Ingredients: Stir in the chicken broth, beef broth, dried dill, Italian seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, mustard and potatoes.

5. Simmer: Bring to a rolling simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, 10-15 minutes, depending on the cup of the potatoes.

6. Add Cheese & Thickeners: When the potatoes are tender, stir in the milk, sour cream, and shredded cheese. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch and water. Add the cornstarch slurry to the soup and bring to a simmer. Cook until thickened, 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

7. Add Bacon & Serve: Add bacon back to the soup. Reserve some to sprinkle on top if desired. Serve immediately with green onions or parsley as garnish, and enjoy!

Tips for Success

• For a lighter version, use ground chicken or ground turkey instead of ground beef!
• Don’t use pre-shredded cheddar cheese! Already shredded cheese in the bag is coated in an anti-coagulant to ensure that the cheese doesn’t melt together. That means that pre-shredded cheese isn’t great for soups or sauces. Use a block and grate it yourself for seamlessly melty cheese!
• Serve with a dollop of sour cream, more crispy bacon bits, and throw in some oyster crackers or easy homemade croutons for a bit of crunch!