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Award Winning Cheeseburger Soup

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Award-Winning Cheeseburger Soup is a rich, creamy, and hearty soup that delivers all the flavors of a classic cheeseburger — juicy ground beef, melted cheese, tender potatoes — in a warm, spoonable form. It’s perfect for cozy nights and sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 3/4 cup chopped onion
  • 3/4 cup shredded carrots
  • 3/4 cup diced celery
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
  • 4 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 4 cups peeled and diced potatoes
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups Velveeta® cheese, cubed (or shredded cheddar)
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup sour cream

Instructions

  1. In a 3-quart saucepan, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain and set aside.
  2. In the same saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add onion, carrots, celery, basil, and parsley. Sauté until vegetables are tender, about 5–7 minutes.
  3. Add the chicken broth, diced potatoes, and cooked ground beef. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10–12 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
  4. Meanwhile, in a separate skillet, melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter. Stir in the flour and cook for 3–5 minutes until bubbly and slightly golden. Add this roux to the soup.
  5. Bring the soup back to a boil and stir constantly for 2 minutes to thicken.
  6. Reduce heat to low. Stir in the cheese, milk, salt, and pepper. Continue stirring until the cheese is melted and the soup is smooth.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in the sour cream.
  8. Serve hot with optional toppings such as diced pickles, shredded cheese, green onions, or bun croutons.

Notes

Use shredded cheddar or Colby-Jack if you prefer to skip processed cheese.For a lighter version, use lean ground beef and low-fat dairy.Soup thickens as it sits; thin with broth or milk when reheating.Customize with extra veggies like mushrooms or bell peppers.Serve with crusty bread or hamburger bun croutons for a full meal experience.

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