Description
A hearty and comforting slow cooker soup inspired by the classic cheeseburger, featuring browned ground beef, tender potatoes, carrots, celery, and onions, all simmered in a flavorful broth with melted Velveeta and cream cheese for a creamy, cheesy finish.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground beef (browned and drained)
- 2 russet potatoes (diced)
- 2 carrots (peeled and diced)
- 3 celery ribs (peeled and diced)
- 1 white onion (diced)
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. pepper
- 2 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 lb. Velveeta cheese (cubed, add towards end)
- 8 oz. cream cheese (cubed, add towards end)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked, then drain excess fat. Dice the potatoes, peel and dice the carrots and celery ribs, and dice the white onion.
- Add to Slow Cooker: Place the cooked ground beef, diced potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, salt, pepper, dried basil, garlic powder, and chicken broth into the slow cooker. Do not add the Velveeta or cream cheese at this stage.
- Cook Soup Base: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low heat for 7 hours without opening the lid during cooking. Alternatively, cook on high for 3 to 4 hours until the potatoes are tender.
- Add Cheeses: Cut the Velveeta and cream cheese into cubes. Add these cheeses to the slow cooker after the initial cooking time. Stir gently to distribute the cheese cubes, although they won’t melt immediately.
- Final Cooking: Cover the slow cooker again and cook on low for an additional 1 hour to allow the cheeses to melt and blend into the soup, resulting in a creamy texture.
- Serve: Stir the soup thoroughly to combine all ingredients and serve warm. Enjoy the rich, cheeseburger-inspired flavors in a comforting bowl of soup.
Notes
- For quicker cooking, use the high setting on the slow cooker, but low heat enhances flavor development.
- Ensure you drain excess fat from browned ground beef to keep the soup from being greasy.
- You can add cooked bacon or shredded cheddar on top as optional garnishes.
- If you prefer a smoother texture, blend part of the soup before adding the cheese.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently to avoid curdling the cheese.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cheeseburger soup, slow cooker soup, crockpot recipes, comfort food, creamy soup, ground beef soup
