Description
Warm up this winter with a comforting bowl of Cheeseburger Soup! This creamy, hearty dish combines all the classic flavors of a cheeseburger—ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and tangy dill pickles—into a satisfying soup. Perfect for family nights or cozy evenings in, this recipe promises to fill your belly and warm your soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup whole milk or heavy cream
- 1/2 cup dill pickles, chopped
- 1/2 cup crispy bacon bits
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until onions are translucent.
- Stir in diced potatoes and beef broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Gradually add milk (or cream) while stirring constantly, then mix in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Incorporate chopped dill pickles and bacon bits; season with salt, pepper, and paprika to taste.
- Simmer on low heat for an additional five minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg