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Cheeseburger Soup

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Cheeseburger soup is a creamy, hearty comfort food that combines ground beef, potatoes, vegetables, and melted cheese for a rich, burger-inspired bowl of soup.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 4 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 3/4 cup onion, finely chopped
  • 3/4 cup carrots, shredded
  • 3/4 cup celery, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
  • 4 cups potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 16 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • Optional toppings: sliced green onions, crispy onion rings, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped pickles

Instructions

  1. Cook ground beef in a large pot until browned, then drain and set aside.
  2. Melt 1 tablespoon butter and sauté onion, carrots, celery, basil, and parsley until softened.
  3. Return beef to pot and add potatoes and chicken broth. Simmer until potatoes are tender.
  4. Melt remaining butter in a pan, whisk in flour, and cook to form a roux.
  5. Stir roux into soup and simmer until slightly thickened.
  6. Add Velveeta, milk, salt, and pepper, stirring until cheese is fully melted.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream.
  8. Serve hot with desired toppings.

Notes

  • Do not freeze due to dairy separation.
  • Soup thickens as it cools; add milk when reheating if needed.
  • Shredded cheddar can be added for extra cheesiness.
  • Mashing potatoes slightly creates a thicker texture.
  • Sour cream should be added off heat to prevent curdling.

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