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Easy One-Pot Creamy Cheeseburger Soup

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Make this hearty, creamy cheeseburger soup on the stovetop. It combines ground beef, potatoes, and sharp cheddar for a satisfying meal that tastes like your favorite burger in a bowl.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup Velveeta or processed cheese, cubed (optional, for extra creaminess)
  • Toppings: chopped pickles, diced onion, cooked bacon bits

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Drain off excess fat.
  2. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot with the beef. Cook until the vegetables soften, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and add the diced potatoes. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  5. In a separate small bowl, whisk the flour into the milk until smooth.
  6. Slowly pour the milk mixture into the simmering soup, stirring constantly until the soup thickens slightly.
  7. Reduce the heat to low. Gradually stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and cubed processed cheese (if using) until fully melted and the soup is smooth and creamy. Do not let the soup boil after adding cheese.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  9. Serve hot, topped with chopped pickles, diced onion, and bacon bits.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, substitute the flour with 2 tablespoons of cornstarch mixed with 1/4 cup of cold water, added in step 6.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, increase the amount of flour/cornstarch slightly.
  • This soup tastes best when made with sharp cheddar cheese for a strong cheesy flavor.

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