Cheeseburger Soup
Recipe By: @fridasofiaeats
🍲 Fun Fact: The chopped pickles are the secret finishing touch. That little hit of tangy crunch cuts through the rich, cheesy broth and gives this soup its unmistakable cheeseburger personality. Don't skip them.
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Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 (15 oz) package mirepoix (or about 1 cup chopped carrots, 1 cup diced celery, and 1 medium onion, diced)
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
3½ cups chicken broth
4 cups diced potatoes
1½ cups milk
½ cup sour cream
8 oz block cheddar cheese, shredded or cubed
2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tbsp Italian seasoning
¼ cup chopped parsley
1–2 pickles, chopped, for serving
Step By Step
1️⃣ Brown The Beef
Heat the olive oil and butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Once hot, add the ground beef and cook, breaking it into crumbles as it browns.
2️⃣ Build The Flavor
When the beef is mostly cooked, add the mirepoix. Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Stir and cook for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables begin to soften and everything smells delicious.
3️⃣ Make It Thick & Hearty
Sprinkle the flour over the beef and vegetables. Stir continuously for 1–2 minutes, allowing the flour to coat everything and cook off its raw taste.
4️⃣ Let It Simmer
Slowly pour in the chicken broth, stirring to prevent lumps. Add the diced potatoes and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 15–20 minutes, until the potatoes are tender and the broth has thickened slightly.
5️⃣ Bring On The Cheese
Reduce the heat. Stir in the milk, followed by the sour cream, until smooth. Add the cheddar a little at a time, stirring until melted and creamy. Finish with the chopped parsley.
6️⃣ The Cheeseburger Moment
Taste and adjust the seasoning. Ladle into bowls and finish with chopped pickles.
