Flavorful Cheeseburger Soup
This Flavorful Cheeseburger Soup is everything you love about a classic cheeseburger, but in a warm, cozy bowl. It’s loaded with ground beef, tender potatoes, shredded carrots, and celery, all simmered in a rich, cheesy broth that’s creamy and comforting. Perfect for those nights when you want something hearty but also easy to whip up. It’s got all the savory flavors of a cheeseburger, but with a bit more comfort—and who doesn’t need that? Trust me, once you try it, this will become one of your go-to soups for a cozy night in!
8 Servings
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp butter divided
- ½ lb lean ground beef
- ¾ c chopped onion
- ¾ c shredded carrots
- ¾ c chopped celery
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 4 c cubed potatoes
- 3 c chicken broth
- ¼ c all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ c milk
- 2 c cubed Cheddar cheese
- ¼ c sour cream
Instructions
- Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef, onion, carrots, and celery. Cook everything together for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and crumbled, and the veggies have softened.
- Sprinkle in the basil and parsley for some extra flavor. Toss in the potatoes and pour in the chicken broth. Bring the whole thing to a boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until the potatoes are nice and tender.
- While that’s simmering, melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter in a separate small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook it for about a minute until smooth. Slowly pour in the milk, whisking constantly, and let it simmer until you’ve got a thick, creamy sauce.
- Now, pour that creamy sauce into the soup, stirring it all together as the flavors combine. Bring the soup to a gentle boil again, then turn the heat down. Stir in the cheese, letting it melt into the soup and get all gooey. Finally, add the sour cream, and stir until everything is warmed through and perfectly creamy.
- Serve it up hot and dig in!
Notes
Want to make this soup gluten-free? It’s super simple! Just swap out the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend or use cornstarch to thicken the soup instead. Everything else in the recipe is naturally gluten-free, so you’re good to go! Just be sure to double-check your chicken broth, as some brands may contain gluten. With these easy tweaks, you’ll still get all that cheesy, savory goodness without the gluten, so everyone can enjoy it without missing out!