Cozy, comforting and deliciouos cheeseburger soup, family-friendly and easy to make!
Cozy up with a warm bowl of creamy, soul-satisfying Cheeseburger Soup! The family-friendly, easy dinner is perfect for a cool evening!
I love it when you guys provide me with inspiration in the kitchen! This Cheeseburger Soup is actually a reader-request, and I’m so glad that I listened to the suggestion…
When Susie sent me a message on Facebook back in September looking for a homemade Cheeseburger Soup recipe, I went to work in the kitchen. She had tasted a Cheeseburger Soup when she was visiting Amish country earlier in the summer, and she was hoping to recreate something similar at home.
I thought that Susie’s soup sounded delicious, but there wasn’t a recipe on my website to share with her. After a bit of experimenting, I’m happy to say that I’ve now fixed that problem!
This smooth, creamy, and totally cheesy soup was born — and it’s definitely a keeper!
What’s In Cheeseburger Soup?
- Ground beef
- Onion
- Celery
- Chicken broth
- Potatoes
- Milk
- Cheese
- Paprika
Add some crispy, crumbled bacon, crunchy croutons, and a bit of parsley or green onions for freshness and the Cheeseburger Soup is a satisfying meal in a bowl!
It’s absolutely the perfect easy dinner for chilly nights and I thank Susie for her inspiration!
Cook’s Tips:
- I often cook the beef in advance and keep it in the refrigerator for a couple of days (or in the freezer for up to 3 months) until I’m ready to make the soup. It cuts out an extra step and makes the prep time even faster!
- When I only need a small amount of diced celery or onion, I like to buy it chopped from the salad bar at the grocery store. That way I only have to buy the small amount that I need and there’s no extra that goes to waste. Plus, in small quantities it’s still relatively inexpensive.
- I prefer the Velveeta in this recipe because it melts easily and has a smoother, creamier consistency in the soup. If you prefer, you can also use cheddar (or a combination of the two).
More easy soup recipes that you might enjoy:
- Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup
- Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
- Crock Pot Potato Soup
- Crock Pot Broccoli Cheese Soup with Ham
Cheeseburger Soup
Cozy, comforting and deliciouos cheeseburger soup, family-friendly and easy to make!
Ingredients
- 1 lb. lean ground beef, browned in a skillet and drained*
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 1/3 cup chopped celery**
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cups peeled, diced potatoes (I used about 2 ½ medium russet potatoes)
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 8 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed (or 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese)***
- 2 cups milk (I use 2%)
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon paprika
- Optional garnish: seasoned croutons; crispy, cooked, crumbled bacon; parsley or sliced green onion
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven or soup pot, sauté onion and celery in butter until tender (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add potatoes and broth. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat; cover and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
- Carefully puree soup in a blender until smooth. Return pureed soup to the pot.
- Stir in cooked ground beef, cheese, milk, pepper, and paprika. Cook and stir over low heat until the cheese is melted (do not boil), about 5 more minutes. Season with salt and additional pepper, to taste.
- Divide among serving bowls and garnish with croutons, crumbled bacon, and parsley.
Recipe Notes
*I often cook the beef in advance and keep it in the refrigerator for a couple of days (or in the freezer for up to 3 months) until I’m ready to make the soup. It cuts out an extra step and makes the prep time even faster!
**Tip: When I only need a small amount of diced celery or onion, I like to buy it chopped from the salad bar at the grocery store. That way I only have to buy the small amount that I need and there's no extra that goes to waste. Plus, in small quantities it’s still relatively inexpensive.
***I prefer the Velveeta in this recipe because it melts easily and has a smoother, creamier consistency in the soup.
Hello, Blair.
Oh my goodness! Why didn’t I know that cheeseburger soups existed? Am I living under a rock? I love soups, especially the creamy ones with crunchy croutons on it.
Thanks, Eliza!
Wow this looks incredible, perfect comfort food for Autumn!
Exactly! So cozy!