What’s in this Easy Cheeseburger Soup Recipe?
Bacon, cheese, ground beef, Velveeta, and potatoes come together to create a creamy soup that tastes just like your favorite cheeseburger!
Ground Beef: Lean ground beef is the perfect choice for a cheeseburger, and for this soup! I prefer 90%-95% lean ground beef. Bacon: Adds a salty, umami flavor. Velveeta: Adds that classic cheeseburger flavor! Vegetables: Onion, carrot, and celery form a mirepoix for the base of this easy soup. Spices: Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt add rich, full-bodied flavor to this soup. Garlic: Adds an earthy flavor. Potatoes: These help to create a rich and filling soup. I like Yukon Gold potatoes, since they’re not too waxy or too creamy. Worcestershire Sauce: Adds even more umami flavor and richness. Mustard: Adds a slightly acidic and spicy note to the soup. Chicken Broth: The perfect broth for a light and creamy soup. You can use water or beef broth instead. Butter + Flour: This combo helps thicken the soup. Milk: Creates a creamy texture.
Pro Tip: Add some pasta in during the last 10-15 minutes of cooking time to fill this out even more.
Variations on Velveeta Cheeseburger Soup
There are so many fun ways to change up this cheesy ground beef soup! You could switch out the ground beef for ground turkey, chicken, pork, or Italian sausage. Feel free to add more vegetables, like mushrooms, bell peppers, or canned tomatoes. To make spicy cheeseburger soup, add some cayenne pepper to the spice mix or try adding in some chopped jalapeño peppers. For cheeseburger macaroni soup, leave out the potatoes and instead add some macaroni in the last 10-15 minutes of cooking time. You can also swap out the Velveeta for regular cheddar cheese, or try a different cheese, like Colby, Swiss, or American.
How to Store and Reheat
This easy cheeseburger soup is a great make-ahead recipe because the flavor continues to develop as it sits. Store the soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat or in the microwave.
How to Freeze Cheeseburger Potato Soup
Freeze cheeseburger soup whole or in individual portions in airtight containers or Ziplock bags for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Serving Suggestions
This cheeseburger soup is the perfect hearty meal. I like to top mine simply with some more shredded cheese and green onions, but you could also add more crumbled bacon, caramelized onions, or bacon croutons. Pair this with a light Greek salad, green goddess salad, or kale Caesar salad and some freshly-baked dinner rolls at your next family dinner.
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