Creamy Homestyle Cheeseburger Soup (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base
01 -
1/2 pound ground beef
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4 tablespoons butter, divided
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4 cups potatoes, diced
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3 cups chicken broth
→ Vegetables
05 -
3/4 cup carrots, diced
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3/4 cup celery, diced
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3/4 cup onion, diced
→ Dairy & Thickeners
08 -
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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1-2 cups Velveeta, cubed
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1 1/2 cups whole milk
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1/4 cup sour cream
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon dried basil
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1 teaspoon dried parsley
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3/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
→ Optional Toppings
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Crispy onion rings
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Chopped green onions
18 -
Crumbled bacon
# Instructions:
01 -
In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook and crumble ground beef for 6-8 minutes until no longer pink. Drain and set aside.
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Melt 1 tablespoon butter in the same pot. Add carrots, celery, onions, basil, and parsley. Saute for about 10 minutes until vegetables are tender.
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Add potatoes, cooked beef, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes until potatoes are tender.
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In a separate pan, melt 3 tablespoons butter over medium-low heat. Add flour and stir for 3-5 minutes until bubbling. Stir into soup and boil for 2 minutes.
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Reduce heat to low. Add Velveeta, milk, salt, and pepper. Once cheese melts, remove from heat and stir in sour cream.
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Top with optional onion rings, green onions, and bacon. Serve warm.
# Notes:
01 -
Can be made ahead and reheated gently to prevent curdling
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Perfect for cold weather dinners
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Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days