Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup
Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup is a comforting dish that captures the classic flavors of a cheeseburger in a creamy, hearty soup. Perfect for chilly nights, this easy-to-make recipe allows you to set it and forget it while enjoying time with family. With rich ground beef, fresh vegetables, and melty cheese, every spoonful serves up nostalgia and warmth, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or cozy dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Total Time: 13 minute
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 medium potatoes, cubed
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk or cream
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Chop onion, carrots, and potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- In the crockpot, combine the browned beef with chopped veggies. Pour in beef broth and add salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika; stir well.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, add shredded cheddar cheese and milk or cream; stir until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot and garnish with extra cheese or croutons as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, include spinach or swap ground beef for turkey or plant-based meat. - Enhance flavor by adding jalapeños for a spicy kick or crispy bacon bits as a topping. - Store leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge for up to three days; add a splash of milk when reheating if necessary.