Description
Homemade Cheeseburger Soup is a rich and creamy comfort food that combines the flavors of a classic cheeseburger in a warm, hearty soup. Loaded with tender potatoes, seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar, and crisp bacon, this cozy bowl is perfect for chilly evenings or weekend family dinners. It’s easy to prepare, stores beautifully, and tastes even better the next day.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
6 slices bacon, chopped
3 cups diced potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet)
1 medium onion, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken or beef broth
1 ½ cups heavy cream
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
4 tablespoons butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. In a large Dutch oven, cook ground beef over medium-high heat until browned. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
2. In the same pot, cook chopped bacon until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and reserve 2 tablespoons of the bacon fat.
3. Add onion, carrots, and garlic to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender.
4. Stir in diced potatoes and pour in the broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
5. In a small saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour. Cook for 1-2 minutes until golden, then stir into the soup to thicken.
6. Add the heavy cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and the browned beef back to the soup. Stir until cheese is fully melted.
7. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Garnish with bacon and green onions if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
For a smoother consistency, blend half the soup with an immersion blender before adding the cheese.
Use sharp cheddar for bold flavor, or mix in pepper jack for a spicy variation.
This soup thickens as it sits—add a splash of broth or milk when reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 110mg