Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup
Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup is a hearty, creamy, and comforting dish that captures the flavor of a classic cheeseburger. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this soup is easy to make and ideal for busy days since it simmers slowly in the crockpot.
Equipment
- 1 Crockpot (slow cooker)
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Measuring cups
- 1 Measuring spoons
- 1 Large spoon for stirring
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef cooked and drained
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 3 medium potatoes diced (about 2 cups)
- 1 cup carrots diced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- optional toppings diced pickles, crumbled bacon, additional shredded cheese
Instructions
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess grease and transfer it to the crockpot.
- Add the diced onion, minced garlic, diced potatoes, and carrots to the crockpot with the ground beef.
- Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, then sprinkle the dried thyme over the top. Stir to combine all ingredients.
- Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours, until the vegetables are tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and milk. Mix well until the cheese is melted and fully incorporated.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and add optional toppings if desired.
Notes
Feel free to customize the ingredients by adding other vegetables like bell peppers or corn.
For a creamier texture, you can blend part of the soup with an immersion blender before adding cheese.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.