Description
Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly nights or game-day gatherings. This creamy, cheesy soup combines the savory flavors of ground beef, melted cheddar, and hearty vegetables for a dish that feels like a warm hug in a bowl. With minimal prep and the slow cooker doing all the work, you can enjoy a delicious homemade meal without the hassle. Gather your family around the table for a delightful dining experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 2 cups diced potatoes (waxy variety)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup milk or heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: smoked paprika
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no pink remains. Drain excess fat.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until onions are translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Transfer the beef mixture to a crockpot. Add shredded carrots, diced potatoes, beef broth, and milk or cream.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional smoked paprika; stir well.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until veggies are tender.
- Just before serving, stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg