Easy Cheeseburger Soup

Imagine your favorite cheeseburger transformed into the most comforting bowl of soup you’ve ever tasted. This hearty cheeseburger soup combines all the flavors you love – crispy bacon, seasoned ground beef, melty cheese – into one incredibly satisfying meal.

Every spoonful delivers that perfect blend of creamy, cheesy goodness with tender potatoes and savory beef, crowned with crispy bacon bits and fresh scallions. It’s like a warm hug in a bowl, but with all the satisfaction of biting into a fully loaded burger.

Ingredients

For the Base:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 8 slices bacon, chopped into 1-inch pieces
• 1 pound lean ground beef (90/10 blend)
• 2 cups russet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 small yellow or white onion, grated
• 1 stalk celery, diced

Seasonings:

• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

Liquids & Dairy:

• 2 cups beef stock
• 2 cups whole milk
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, plus extra for garnish

For Garnish:

• Reserved crispy bacon bits
• Chopped scallions

Steps

1. Cook the Bacon (6-7 minutes)
   • Heat a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-low heat
   • Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and chopped bacon
   • Cook until bacon is crispy and fat has rendered, stirring frequently
   • Reserve half the bacon for garnish in a small bowl
2. Brown the Beef (5-6 minutes)
   • Increase heat to medium
   • Add ground beef to bacon drippings
   • Break up meat with wooden spoon while cooking
   • Look for well-browned meat with no pink remaining
3. Add Vegetables (4-5 minutes)
   • Add potatoes, grated onion, celery, and all seasonings
   • Stir frequently until vegetables begin to soften
   • TIP: Potatoes don’t need to be fully cooked at this stage
4. Create the Base (8-10 minutes)
   • Sprinkle in flour, cook for 1 minute while stirring
   • Gradually add beef stock and milk, stirring constantly
   • Bring to gentle simmer, reduce heat to low
   • Cover and cook 6-8 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender
5. Add Cheese (3-4 minutes)
   • Reduce heat to very low
   • Add cream cheese and cheddar in small portions
   • Stir gently until completely melted
   • IMPORTANT: Do not boil or cheese will separate
6. Serve
   • Ladle into bowls while hot
   • Top with reserved bacon, extra cheese, and scallions
   • Serve immediately for best texture and temperature