Cheeseburger Soup

Name: Cheeseburger Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 pound lean ground beef (sub: ground turkey); salt and pepper; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (divided); 4 tablespoons salted butter (divided); 1 onion (diced); 1 cup celery (diced); 1 cup carrots (diced); 2 cloves garlic (minced; sub: 1 teaspoon pre-minced garlic); 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth (plus more as needed); 4 cups potatoes (peeled and diced into 1/2-inch pieces; about 1 1/2 pounds); 1/4 cup whole wheat flour (sub: all-purpose flour); 1 1/2 cups whole milk; 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese; Optional Toppings: sour cream, bacon bits, oyster crackers, minced chives, or sliced green onions

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:30min

This comforting, hearty, one-pot wonder makes even the coldest winter nights warm and cozy. I like that it’s a veggie-forward dish but still creamy and meaty-tasting. Serve for a weeknight meal or at your next group gathering.

Updated at: Thu, 18 Dec 2025 08:30:55 GMT