A rich and creamy soup combining seasoned ground beef, hearty potatoes, and melty cheddar cheese with a hint of tangy ketchup and mustard—like a cheeseburger in a bowl.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
4 cups russet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
3 tbsp butter
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
3 cups beef broth
1 cup whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
1 tbsp ketchup
1 tsp yellow mustard
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional: crumbled bacon, diced pickles, green onions
Instructions
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In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until soft, about 6–8 minutes.
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Add ground beef. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned. Drain fat.
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Stir in garlic and seasonings. Cook 1 minute.
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Sprinkle in flour. Stir to coat and cook for 2 minutes.
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Slowly add broth, stirring constantly. Add potatoes and bring to a simmer. Cook 15–20 minutes.
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Reduce heat. Stir in milk and cream. Simmer gently for 5–7 minutes.
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Remove from heat. Add cheddar in small handfuls, stirring until melted. Stir in ketchup and mustard.
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Adjust seasoning. Serve hot with toppings of your choice.