Hearty Cheesy Ground Beef Soup – A Cozy One-Pot Favorite
A creamy, comforting soup filled with ground beef, potatoes, veggies, and melted cheddar cheese — perfect for cozy nights.
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef
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1 tbsp butter
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1 small onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 carrots, diced
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2 celery stalks, diced
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2 tbsp all-purpose flour
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3 cups beef broth
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2 cups diced potatoes (russet or Yukon gold)
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2 cups milk or half-and-half
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2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
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1/2 tsp dried thyme
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1/4 tsp paprika
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
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In a large pot, brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat, leaving a tablespoon in the pot.
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Add butter, then stir in onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5–7 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds more.
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Stir in flour and cook for 2 minutes.
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Slowly add beef broth while stirring. Add diced potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
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Reduce heat and add milk. Simmer gently for 5 minutes.
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Remove from heat and stir in cheese until melted and smooth.
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Season with thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Serve hot.
Notes
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Substitute cauliflower for a low-carb version.
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Add bacon or hot sauce for extra flavor.
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Keeps in the fridge for 4 days; reheat gently.