Description
Indulge in the cozy warmth of this Easy Cheeseburger Soup Recipe, where all your favorite cheeseburger flavors come together in a creamy, comforting bowl. This dish combines ground beef with fresh vegetables and gooey cheese for a hearty meal that pleases both kids and adults alike. Perfect for busy weeknights, it takes less than an hour to prepare and can be customized with various toppings to suit everyone’s tastes. Whether you serve it for lunch or dinner, this soup is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 pound ground beef
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 3/4 cup carrots, diced
- 3/4 cup celery, diced
- 3/4 cup onion, diced
- 4 cups potatoes, diced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 to 2 cups Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- Optional toppings: green onions, onion rings
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the carrots, celery, onions in melted butter until tender.
- Add potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer until potatoes are tender.
- Create a roux by melting butter and whisking in flour; stir into the soup.
- Lower heat and mix in Velveeta cheese and milk until melted and creamy.
- Serve warm with your choice of toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Substitute ground turkey for beef for a lighter option. For a vegetarian version, use plant-based meat alternatives and vegetable broth. Enhance flavors by adding your favorite spices or herbs.