Description

Creamy Burger Soup is a comforting dish that captures the classic flavors of a cheeseburger in a warm, hearty bowl. This easy slow cooker recipe combines ground beef, melty Velveeta cheese, and tender vegetables in a rich broth, making it perfect for family dinners, game day gatherings, or cozy nights in. With minimal prep work and customizable ingredients, this soup is both satisfying and versatile. Serve it with crusty bread or fresh salad for a complete meal that will please everyone at the table.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound lean ground beef
16 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 cup carrots, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
4 small potatoes, diced
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups whole milk
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried parsley
Kosher salt and pepper to taste
Turkey Bacon bits for topping
Cheddar cheese, grated for topping

Instructions

Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned; drain excess fat.
In the same skillet, melt butter and whisk in flour for 2–3 minutes until golden. Gradually add milk and season with salt and pepper; refrigerate.
In the slow cooker, combine cooked beef with onion, carrots, celery, potatoes, chicken broth, basil, and parsley.
Cook on high for 3–4 hours until vegetables are tender.
Stir in the refrigerated roux mixture and Velveeta; cook for an additional 30 minutes until melted and thickened.
Serve topped with grated cheddar cheese and bacon bits.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Category: Dinner
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 390
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 68mg

Keywords: Customize this soup by adding extra veggies like bell peppers or corn. For lighter options, substitute ground beef with turkey. To thicken the soup further, let it simmer uncovered for extra time.