Cheeseburger Soup
Cheeseburger Soup is a heartwarming dish that captures the essence of your favorite cheeseburger in a creamy, comforting bowl. This quick and easy recipe combines lean ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, and flavorful broth, making it perfect for chilly nights or casual gatherings. With customizable toppings like crispy bacon bits and tangy pickles, each spoonful delivers nostalgia and satisfaction.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Optional toppings: bacon bits, diced dill pickles
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant and onions are translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in the beef broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat; gradually stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or pepper.
- Serve hot, topped with bacon bits and pickles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg