Cheeseburger Soup

A hearty and creamy soup loaded with seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, veggies, and plenty of sharp Cheddar. It's thick, cheesy, and made without Velveeta.

By @chelseasmessyapron

Original recipe source

Cook time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium onion
• 2 medium carrots
• 2 celery stalks
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 cups potatoes
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 2 cups milk
• 2 cups sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0 salt
• 0 pepper

Instructions

1. In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
2. Add chopped onions, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are tender.
3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add diced potatoes and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender.
5. In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
6. Gradually whisk in milk, cooking until the mixture is thickened and bubbly.
7. Add the milk mixture to the pot with the beef and vegetables. Stir to combine.
8. Stir in shredded sharp Cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
9. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese or toppings of choice if desired.