Description
Cheeseburger Soup from Taste of Home is the ultimate comfort dish that combines the rich flavors of a cheeseburger into a hearty, creamy soup. This delightful recipe features ground beef, fresh vegetables, and a velvety cheese blend, making it perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. With its quick preparation time of under 30 minutes, you can easily whip up this satisfying meal on busy weeknights. Enjoy a bowlful of warmth and satisfaction that both adults and kids will adore!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- ¾ cup chopped onion
- ¾ cup shredded carrots
- ¾ cup diced celery
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 4 cups diced potatoes
- 12 ounces pepper jack Velveeta cheese
- 1½ cups milk
- 4 tablespoons butter (divided)
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
- 2 cloves garlic
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup sour cream
Instructions
- In a 3-quart saucepan, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat and drain excess fat.
- Add butter to the pan and sauté onion, carrots, celery, basil, and parsley until tender (about 10 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and add diced potatoes along with the browned beef. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for 10-12 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- In a small skillet, melt remaining butter and whisk in flour to create a roux; cook for about 3-5 minutes until bubbly. Stir this roux into the soup and bring to a boil again.
- Reduce heat to low; mix in Velveeta cheese cubes, milk, salt, and pepper until the cheese is fully melted. Stir in sour cream before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Customize your soup by adding your favorite veggies or garnishes like fresh herbs or croutons. For vegetarian options, substitute ground beef with plant-based meat alternatives and use vegetable broth.