Description
Slow Cooker Cheeseburger Soup brings together the best flavors of a cheeseburger in a cozy, creamy soup. Packed with ground beef, crispy bacon, velvety cheese, and hearty vegetables, it’s a delicious and easy comfort meal the whole family will love!
Ingredients
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 1 cup carrots, minced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups russet potatoes, diced
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken stock
- 3 tablespoons butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups milk
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 12 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed
- Fresh parsley or diced onion for garnish (optional)
Instructions
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
In the same skillet, brown the ground beef, then drain and add to the slow cooker.
Add the diced onion, carrots, celery, basil, garlic, diced potatoes, and chicken stock to the slow cooker.
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until vegetables are tender.
About an hour before serving, make the roux. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour and cook for 30 seconds.
Gradually whisk in the milk, then add cream cheese, salt, and pepper, stirring until smooth and thickened.
Pour the roux into the slow cooker, add the Velveeta, and stir until the cheese melts.
Serve with crispy bacon, fresh parsley, or diced onions as desired. Enjoy!
Notes
- For a healthier version, substitute ground turkey for ground beef.
- Try other garnishes like sour cream, pickles, diced green onions, or shredded sharp cheddar.
- Cut all vegetables to a similar size for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (on low)
- Category: Entrees, Slow Cooker, Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cups
- Calories: 585 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Cholesterol: 120mg