Description
Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup is a heartwarming dish that brings the classic flavors of a cheeseburger into a deliciously creamy soup. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender ground beef, fresh vegetables, and rich cheddar cheese, simmering together to create a comforting meal perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. With minimal prep and hands-free cooking, this soup will quickly become a family favorite that warms the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 2 medium potatoes, cubed
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or milk)
- 3 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by dicing the onion, carrots, celery, and potatoes into even pieces.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until cooked through; drain excess fat.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until onions are translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Transfer the beef mixture to your crockpot; add chopped vegetables, potatoes, broth, ketchup, mustard, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until veggies are tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted.
- Serve hot in bowls topped with additional cheese or fresh herbs as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg