Description
A cozy and hearty cheeseburger soup that combines ground beef, potatoes, and cheddar cheese for a filling and comforting meal. Perfect for those busy nights.
Ingredients
Units
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef (80/20) (For the best flavor.)
- 1 large Onion, diced (For building a savory base.)
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced (For added flavor.)
- 3 medium Potatoes, diced (Yukon gold preferred) (For body and comfort.)
- 4 cups Broth (beef or chicken) (For the soup base.)
- 1 cup Milk (To make it creamy.)
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded (For the classic cheeseburger flavor.)
Seasonings
- 1 tsp Salt (To taste.)
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper (To taste.)
- 1/2 tsp Paprika (For warmth and balance.)
- 2 tbsp Butter (For the roux.)
- 2 tbsp Flour (For thickening the soup.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Brown the ground beef in a large pot over medium heat, breaking it up well. Drain excess grease.
- Add the diced onion and cook for a few minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Stir in the diced potatoes and broth. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 12 to 18 minutes.
Mixing the Roux
- In a small pan, melt the butter and whisk in the flour to create a roux, cooking for a few minutes.
- Slowly whisk in the milk until smooth, then pour this mixture into the soup pot. Stir to combine.
- Allow the soup to gently heat for a few minutes until thickened.
Final Adjustments
- Turn the heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar a handful at a time until melted. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
For a thicker soup, cut potatoes small, simmer longer before adding cheese, and ensure to add cheese off the boil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Soup
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 25
