Description
Indulge in the hearty and comforting flavors of a cheeseburger in a warm and creamy soup form with this easy slow cooker recipe. Perfect for a cozy night in or feeding a crowd, this cheeseburger soup is sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Creamy Base:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- chopped green onions and crispy bacon bits for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
- Prepare the Soup: Transfer the beef to the slow cooker along with the vegetables, chicken broth, and seasonings. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Make the Creamy Base: Thirty minutes before serving, prepare a roux with butter and flour, then whisk in milk until thickened. Add this mixture to the slow cooker with cheese and sour cream.
- Serve: Stir until creamy and well combined. Serve hot, garnished with green onions and bacon bits.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try using a mix of ground beef and sausage.
- Lighten it up with reduced-fat cheese and milk.
- Pair with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
