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Creamy Cheeseburger Potato Soup: Easy 30-Minute Recipe

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This creamy cheeseburger potato soup combines the comforting flavors of a cheeseburger with the heartiness of potato soup. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a quick, one-pot meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights and sure to please the whole family.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 works best)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced (about 1 cup)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth (or beef broth)
  • 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced into ½-inch cubes (about 4 cups)
  • 1 cup whole milk (or 2%)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (freshly shredded)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened and cubed
  • ¼ cup dill pickle relish or diced pickles (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • Crumbled cooked bacon (for topping, optional)
  • Extra shredded cheddar (for topping, optional)
  • Diced tomatoes (for topping, optional)
  • Chopped green onions or chives (for topping, optional)
  • Toasted sesame seeds (for topping, optional)

Instructions

  1. Brown the beef: Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned (5-6 minutes). Leave about 1 tablespoon of fat in the pot. Transfer beef to a bowl and set aside.
  2. Sauté aromatics: In the same pot, add diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, scraping up browned bits.
  3. Build soup base: Sprinkle flour over onions and garlic, stirring constantly for 1 minute. Slowly pour in chicken broth while stirring. Add diced potatoes, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.
  4. Simmer potatoes: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
  5. Add dairy: Reduce heat to low. Stir in milk, cream cheese cubes, and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir gently until melted and smooth. Do not let it boil.
  6. Add burger flavors: Stir in cooked ground beef, mustard, ketchup, and pickle relish (if using). Heat through for 2-3 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  7. Adjust texture: Use a potato masher to gently break up some potatoes for a thicker soup. Add more broth or milk if too thick.
  8. Serve immediately: Ladle into bowls and top with desired toppings like bacon, extra cheese, tomatoes, green onions, or sesame seeds.

Notes

Don’t skip the mustard and ketchup—they give the soup its cheeseburger flavor. Shred your own cheese for the smoothest melt. Let the soup rest for 5 minutes before serving to thicken and meld flavors. For gluten-free, substitute flour with cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water).

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