Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this rich and creamy cheeseburger soup. Packed with juicy ground beef, vibrant veggies, and the delightful flavors of your favorite burger, this dish is perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. Whip it up in no time and enjoy a warm bowl that feels like a hug on a cold day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 2 tbsp mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Pour in beef broth, stirring well. Bring to a gentle boil while occasionally stirring.
- Lower heat and stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add ketchup and mustard; season with salt and pepper. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, consider using pepper jack cheese for a spicy kick or adding crumbled bacon for extra crunch. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.