Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup
This crockpot cheeseburger soup is the ultimate comfort food. It’s rich, creamy, and packed with hearty flavors that taste just like a cheeseburger. Let your slow cooker do the work while you enjoy a cozy, filling meal with minimal effort.
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- Skillet
- Saucepan
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 3 medium potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 large onion chopped
- 2 medium carrots diced
- 2 stalks celery chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 cups milk or half-and-half
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons butter
- salt and pepper to taste
Optional Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
- Transfer the cooked beef to the crockpot. Add potatoes, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, and beef broth.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until vegetables are tender.
- In a saucepan, melt butter. Whisk in flour to make a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes until golden.
- Gradually add milk, whisking until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in cheese until melted and smooth.
- Stir the cheese sauce into the crockpot. Let cook on low for 15–30 more minutes to meld flavors.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional Worcestershire, mustard powder, or paprika to taste.
Notes
Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melt and avoid curdling by adding dairy at the end. For a thinner consistency, add more broth. For a thicker soup, cook uncovered slightly longer.