Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup
This Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup is a deliciously rich and creamy soup that tastes just like a cheeseburger. It's an easy one-pot meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- Crockpot
- Skillet
- Whisk
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 celery stalks chopped
- 2 carrots chopped
- 3 medium potatoes peeled and diced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 14.5 oz can canned diced tomatoes undrained
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
For Creaminess
- 8 oz cream cheese softened and cubed
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 0.5 cup milk
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
Instructions
Preparation
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet, then drain any excess fat and transfer it to the crockpot.
- Add the chopped onion, celery, carrots, and diced potatoes to the crockpot with the beef.
Cooking
- Pour in the beef broth and diced tomatoes, then stir in the basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the vegetables are tender.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the milk and flour until smooth, then stir this mixture into the soup along with the cream cheese.
- Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the cream cheese is melted and the soup is slightly thickened.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it is melted and fully incorporated into the soup.
Serving
- Serve hot, garnished with your favorite cheeseburger toppings like pickles, diced tomatoes, or extra cheese.
Notes
For a richer flavor, consider using a combination of ground beef and ground sausage. Adjust seasonings to your preference, and feel free to add other vegetables like corn or peas. This soup freezes well for future meals.