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Hearty and Creamy Stovetop Cheeseburger Soup with Cheddar

Close-up of a hearty bowl of cheeseburger soup recipe, featuring ground beef, potatoes, and a dollop of sour cream topped with fresh parsley.
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This recipe brings the satisfying flavor of a classic cheeseburger into a rich, creamy soup bowl. It is simple to prepare on the stovetop for a comforting weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried mustard powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, cubed
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (for topping)
  • Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess fat.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the beef broth. Add the diced potatoes, Worcestershire sauce, mustard powder, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk the flour into the milk until smooth. Pour this mixture into the simmering soup, stirring constantly until the soup begins to thicken.
  5. Reduce the heat to low. Gradually stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and cubed cream cheese until both are completely melted and the soup is smooth and creamy. Do not allow the soup to boil after adding the cheese.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Ladle the hearty cheeseburger soup into bowls. Top each serving with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.

Notes

  • For a bacon cheeseburger soup variation, cook 4 slices of bacon until crisp before browning the beef. Crumble the bacon and stir it in with the cheese.
  • Shred your own cheddar cheese from a block; pre-shredded cheese often contains anti-caking agents that prevent smooth melting.
  • Serve this rich and creamy soup with warm bread or crusty rolls for dipping.

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