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Easy One-Pot Cheeseburger Soup

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Make this creamy, hearty Cheeseburger Soup that tastes just like your favorite burger in a bowl. This simple recipe uses ground beef and potatoes for a comforting, quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 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 Velveeta or American cheese, cubed (optional, for extra creaminess)
  • 1/4 cup sour cream (for topping)
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard (optional)

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Drain off any excess fat.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the pot with the beef and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the beef broth. Add the diced potatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  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 the cubed Velveeta or American cheese until fully melted and the soup is creamy. Do not let the soup boil after adding the cheese.
  6. Stir in the yellow mustard, if using. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  7. Serve the rich and cheesy soup hot, topped with a dollop of sour cream and any other favorite burger toppings like chopped pickles or bacon bits.

Notes

  • For a Keto Cheeseburger Soup variation, skip the potatoes and use cauliflower florets instead.
  • You can prepare this recipe in a slow cooker; brown the beef first, then add all ingredients except the cheese and milk mixture. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Whisk the flour and milk separately, stir into the soup during the last 30 minutes of cooking, then add the cheese until melted.
  • Shred your own cheese; pre-shredded cheese contains anti-caking agents that prevent smooth melting.

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