Description
Extra Creamy Slow Cooker Cheeseburger Soup is a comforting and hearty dish that captures the essence of a classic cheeseburger with a rich, creamy texture. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients and slow-cooked to perfection, this soup is perfect for cozy family dinners and can be customized to suit various dietary preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 medium potatoes, diced (Russet or Yukon Gold recommended)
- 2 carrots, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cups beef or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Dairy Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup milk
Optional Garnishes
- Crispy bacon bits
- Sliced green onions
- Additional shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef: Heat a skillet over medium heat and brown the ground beef until fully cooked and slightly crispy. This enhances the flavor and removes excess fat.
- Prepare the vegetables: Dice the potatoes, carrots, and onion into bite-sized pieces to ensure they cook evenly and become tender in the slow cooker.
- Combine ingredients in the slow cooker: Add the browned beef, chopped vegetables, broth, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce into the slow cooker. Stir to mix everything evenly.
- Slow cook on low: Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours to allow flavors to meld and vegetables to soften perfectly.
- Add dairy for creaminess: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and milk. Stir frequently to achieve a smooth, luscious, extra creamy texture.
Notes
- Brown the beef thoroughly to avoid greasy or flat flavors.
- Use starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for the best creamy consistency.
- Add dairy ingredients near the end of cooking to prevent curdling and maintain soup smoothness.
- Stir gently but often when adding dairy to achieve even creaminess.
- Do not skip seasonings like salt and Worcestershire sauce for authentic cheeseburger flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours
- Category: Soups
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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