Description
Midwest comfort classic cheeseburger soup delivers hearty flavors in one satisfying bowl. Creamy Wisconsin cheddar and ground beef blend perfectly, offering home cooks a simple, delicious meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (453 grams) ground beef
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 carrots, diced
Dairy and Thickeners:
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) sour cream
- 1 can (12 ounces/340 grams) evaporated milk (or 1 cup/240 milliliters heavy cream)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 2 cups chicken or beef broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a large pot over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, ensuring complete cooking. Drain excess fat and reserve meat for later use.
- Using the same pot, melt butter and introduce diced onions, carrots, and minced garlic. Sauté the vegetables for 3-4 minutes until they become translucent and slightly softened.
- Incorporate diced potatoes, chicken or beef broth, and season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and allow potatoes to cook until tender, approximately 10-15 minutes.
- Create a thickening agent by whisking flour into evaporated milk or heavy cream. Gradually blend this mixture into the simmering soup, stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Continue simmering for an additional 3-5 minutes until the soup reaches a creamy consistency.
- Reintroduce the previously cooked ground beef into the pot. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and stir until completely melted and integrated. Remove from heat and fold in sour cream for extra richness.
- Ladle the hot soup into serving bowls. Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for added color and flavor. Accompany with crusty bread or crisp crackers for a complete meal.
Notes
- Enhance the beef’s flavor by seasoning it with salt, pepper, and a pinch of smoked paprika before browning for a deeper, more complex taste profile.
- Choose lean ground beef to reduce excess fat, ensuring a lighter and healthier version of the soup without compromising on richness.
- Swap dairy ingredients with plant-based alternatives like almond milk and vegan cheese to create a delicious dairy-free and vegetarian-friendly adaptation.
- Elevate the soup’s texture by using a mixture of potatoes – some diced finely and others in larger chunks – which creates a more interesting mouthfeel and visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg