Warm Up with This Easy Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup Recipe
Easy Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup Recipe for Cozy Nights - a warm, comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings.
Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours hours
Total Time: 8 hours hours 15 minutes minutes
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cheeseburger Soup, comfort food, Cozy Nights, Crockpot, Easy Recipe, Family Dinner
Servings: 6 bowls
Calories: 450kcal
For the Soup Base
- 1 lb Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
- 3 cups Diced Potatoes Cauliflower can be used for lower-carb version.
- 2 medium Carrots
- 2 stalks Celery Can be replaced with bell peppers.
- 2 cups Diced Tomatoes Canned or fresh tomatoes are fine.
- 1 medium Onion Yellow or white onion preferred.
- 2 cloves Garlic Fresh is ideal; garlic powder can be used in a pinch.
- 4 cups Beef Broth Vegetable broth can be used for vegetarian option.
- 2 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce can be a substitute.
For Creaminess and Flavor
- 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half or coconut milk.
- 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Monterey Jack or Colby can be used.
- 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
- ½ teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste.
How to Make Easy Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup
Cook Ground Beef: In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until it's no longer pink. Drain excess grease and transfer to crockpot.
Sauté Onion and Garlic: In the same skillet, add diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté over medium heat until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add to crockpot.
Combine Ingredients: Add beef broth, potatoes, carrots, celery, diced tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, dried herbs, salt, and pepper to the crockpot. Stir well.
Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until vegetables are tender.
Add Cream and Cheese: Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese about 30 minutes before serving until melted.
Taste and Adjust Seasoning: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Garnish and Serve: Ladle into bowls and top with garnishes like bacon bits, green onions, or extra cheese.
Make sure to drain the grease after browning the beef for a lighter soup. You can substitute ingredients based on preference or availability.
Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 900mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 2000IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 3mg