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An easy cheeseburger soup recipe belongs on the table anytime the weather cools down. This recipe is perfect for fall parties, soup suppers, or any random Tuesday night. With lean beef and cheddar cheese this wholesome recipe will become a crowd favorite.
Variations to Try
- Add carrots, spinach, and celery for a veggie cheeseburger soup
- Add bacon for a smokey twist
- Use cheddar jack cheese for unique taste
- Add jalapeno and cayenne for a spicy flavor
Best Cheeseburger Soup Toppings
- Green onions or scallions
- Sprinkle of shredded cheese
- Bacon crumbled
Sides to Serve with Easy Cheeseburger Soup
- Buttered sourdough bread
- Homemade garlic bread
- Fruit salad (apple slices, berries, kiwi)
- Sourdough biscuits
How to Store and Freeze Cheeseburger Soup
Store cooled down cheeseburger soup in an glass, airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. If you prefer freezing leftovers, as do I, place the container in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Cheeseburger Soup Reheating Instructions
Refrigerated soup: use a pan on the stovetop over medium heat to warm.
Frozen soup: place in a turned off oven then preheat to 400 degrees heating until warm.
FAQ
- Can I use ground chicken or turkey in this recipe? Yes you can!
- I want to make this soup a little spicy, what do I add? Add a jalapeno diced up or a sprinkle of cayenne to taste.
- Can I add celery and carrots? Yes!
Helpful Kitchen Tools for This Recipe
- medium-large soup pot
- bamboo ladle
- stainless steel measuring cups and spoons
- glass cutting board
- chef’s knife
More Supper Recipes To Try
- How to Make Cheesy Potato Soup (Simple Recipe)
- Black Pepper Chicken Stir-fry (Simple 35 Minute Meal)
- Best Hamburger Gravy Recipe (for Biscuits and Gravy)
- Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas (with Seasoning From Scratch)
Recipe
Cheeseburger Soup
When the weather gets chilly, an easy cheeseburger soup belongs on the table. This recipe is perfect for fall parties, soup suppers, or any random Tuesday night.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Add ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic to a medium-sized pot over medium heat. Brown until meat is fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain off grease.
- While beef is cooking, rinse, peel, and dice potato into very small chunks so they'll cook easily. Set aside.
- Add beef broth, half and half, yellow mustard, salt, pepper, onion powder, and paprika. Bring to a simmering boil then turn down heat to low-medium and add potatoes and shredded cheese.
- Cook for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are fully cooked and soft. Stir in shredded cheese until melted.
- Serve with any toppings of choice. Enjoy!