Cheeseburger Soup
Ingredients
- 5strips bacon)
2 tbsp drippings reserved. (optional, see notes
- 1 lb.ground beef
- salt/pepper
- ½ clight beer
see notes
- 2 tbspbutter
- 1yellow onion
diced
- ¾ ccarrots
diced
- 2ribs celery
diced
- 3 clovesgarlic
minced
- 1 tspworcestershire sauce
- 1 tsphot sauce
- 2 tspyellow mustard
- 2 tspketchup
- 2 tspdill pickle juice
- ⅓ cflour
- 4 cchicken broth
- 1 cbeef broth
- 1 ½ chalf and half
- 1 ¼ lbs.potatoes
yukon gold, russet, or red
- 2 ccheddar cheese
shredded
- ½ tspeach: brown sugar
garlic powder
- ¼ tspeach: onion powder
pepper, smoked paprika
Directions
Cook the bacon
- 1
Note: This soup can be made without bacon if needed, but it adds a lot of flavor to the broth. 2 tablespoons of butter can be used instead of bacon drippings if needed.
- 2
Cook the bacon in a 4.5-quart soup pot slowly over low heat. (I cut my bacon in half, it’s easier to fit it in the pan and have it cook evenly.) While the bacon cooks, measure out remaining ingredients. Once cooked, set aside on a paper towel lined plate. Chop once cooled and reserve 2 tablespoons of bacon drippings.
- 3
Wipe any dark spots from the pot but leave as much bacon remnants as you can, as that will add flavor to the soup.
Brown the beef
- 1
Sprinkle the ground beef lightly with salt/pepper. Cook and crumble it in the same soup pot over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through, about 8 minutes. Drain grease and set the ground beef aside.
Make the soup
- 1
Add beer and use a silicone spatula to clean the bottom and sides of the soup pot, this will add flavor to the broth. Let it bubble over medium heat until reduced by half, about 5-6 minutes.
- 2
Add reserved bacon drippings, butter, onions, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are softened, 5-6 minutes.
- 3
Add the Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, mustard, ketchup, pickle juice, and seasonings. Stir to combine.
- 4
Add the flour and stir continuously for 2 minutes, until the raw flour smell is gone.
- 5
Add the chicken broth in small splashes, stirring continuously. Add the beef broth and the half and half in the same manner.
- 6
Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Add the cooked ground beef back to the soup. Cover partially and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- 7
Peel the potatoes and cut them into bite-sized cubes. Add to the soup and stir to combine. Cover partially and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork tender.
- 8
Reduce heat to low and gradually stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and combined. Sprinkle with bacon and serve!
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About this Recipe
Craving the comforting taste of a classic cheeseburger transformed into a hearty, warming meal? This easy Cheeseburger Soup delivers all the savory flavors you love, from smoky bacon to rich cheddar, in a cozy bowl.
What sets this recipe apart is its ingenious blend of classic burger seasonings and unexpected, yet essential, condiments. With a hint of yellow mustard, ketchup, and even dill pickle juice, every spoonful captures the essence of a juicy cheeseburger. The richness from savory bacon and plenty of shredded cheddar cheese ensures a deeply satisfying experience.
Expect a luxuriously creamy and robust soup, brimming with tender ground beef, soft potatoes, and a medley of vegetables. The texture is smooth yet substantial, providing a comforting warmth perfect for any day. Each bite offers a delightful balance of savory, tangy, and cheesy notes, making it an incredibly satisfying dish that truly lives up to its name.
Feel free to customize this delicious soup to your liking. The recipe suggests using Yukon Gold, russet, or red potatoes, allowing you to choose your favorite for texture. While bacon adds a fantastic smoky depth, and light beer can enhance the savory profile, the recipe notes both are optional for those who prefer to omit them. For the cheese, stick with a good quality cheddar cheese to achieve that iconic cheeseburger flavor.
This hearty Cheeseburger Soup is an ideal meal for cozy evenings or when you need a comforting, substantial dish. Serve it simply on its own, perhaps with a sprinkle of fresh chives or a dash more hot sauce for an extra kick.