A warm and creamy soup filled with hearty potatoes, seasoned beef, and melty cheddar cheese—infused with classic cheeseburger flavor in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
4 cups russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 carrots, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
3 tbsp butter
3 tbsp flour
3 cups beef broth
1 cup milk
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 tbsp ketchup
1 tsp yellow mustard
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional toppings: chopped dill pickles, bacon bits, green onions
Instructions
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In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 6–8 minutes until soft.
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Add beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
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Stir in garlic and spices. Cook 1 minute.
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Sprinkle in flour and stir well. Cook 2 minutes.
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Slowly pour in broth while stirring. Add potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes.
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Stir in milk and cream. Let it warm through for 5–7 minutes on low heat.
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Remove from heat. Add cheddar cheese in batches, stirring until melted. Stir in ketchup and mustard.
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Adjust seasoning and serve with toppings of choice.