Easy Cheeseburger Soup
Comfort food takes a cozy and flavorful turn with this easy cheeseburger soup. Rich ground beef, tender potatoes, melty cheddar cheese, and just the right blend of spices come together in one family-friendly, hearty bowl.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 3 medium russet potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 carrot diced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup dill pickle chips chopped
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a large soup pot over medium heat, add olive oil and brown the ground beef until fully cooked and no longer pink. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Add the diced onion, garlic, and carrot to the pot. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
- Stir in the diced potatoes, chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, mustard powder, salt, pepper, and paprika. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15 to 20 minutes until potatoes are fork tender.
- In a small bowl, whisk the flour with the milk until smooth. Slowly stir the mixture into the soup to thicken. Simmer uncovered for an additional 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Reduce heat to low and gradually stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Stir in chopped pickle chips and sour cream. Simmer for another 2 minutes to bring everything together.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions, extra cheese, or croutons if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 435kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 23gFat: 26gSodium: 850mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g
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