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Creamy Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup

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Make a hearty, creamy cheeseburger soup easily in your slow cooker. This recipe mimics the flavor of a classic cheeseburger with ground beef, cheddar cheese, and potatoes.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lb ground beef
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 lb potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water (slurry)
  • Optional: 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Transfer the browned beef to the slow cooker.
  3. Add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, beef broth, diced potatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker.
  4. Stir all ingredients together.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the potatoes are tender.
  6. Remove about 1 cup of the hot broth and whisk it into the cornstarch slurry in a small bowl.
  7. Pour the slurry back into the slow cooker and stir well. Let it cook for 10 minutes to thicken slightly.
  8. Reduce the heat setting to ‘Warm’ or turn the slow cooker off. Add the cubed cream cheese and heavy cream. Stir until the cream cheese is fully melted and the soup is smooth.
  9. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and fully incorporated. Do not let the soup boil after adding the cheese.
  10. Serve hot, topped with crumbled bacon if desired.

Notes

  • For a low-carb version, omit the potatoes and increase the beef broth slightly.
  • Shred your own cheddar cheese for the best melting results; pre-shredded cheese often contains anti-caking agents that make the soup grainy.
  • If the soup is too thick after adding the cheese, stir in a splash of extra milk or broth until you reach your preferred consistency.

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