Hearty Cheesy Ground Beef Soup: One Creamy Bowl of Cozy, Satisfying Flavor
A rich and comforting Hearty Cheesy Ground Beef Soup made with savory ground beef, vegetables, potatoes, and melted cheddar in a creamy broth. The ultimate one-pot comfort food.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
2 tbsp butter
1 onion, chopped
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium potatoes, diced
4 cups beef broth
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
½ tsp paprika
¼ tsp dried thyme
2 tbsp flour
2 tbsp butter (for roux)
2 cups milk or half-and-half
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Optional: parsley, extra cheese, bacon bits
Instructions
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In a large pot, brown ground beef. Drain and set aside.
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In same pot, melt 2 tbsp butter. Sauté onion, carrots, celery for 5–6 minutes. Add garlic, cook 1 minute.
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Stir in potatoes, broth, salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme. Bring to boil, then simmer 15–20 minutes.
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In a small saucepan, melt 2 tbsp butter. Whisk in flour, then slowly whisk in milk. Stir until thick.
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Remove from heat, stir in cheddar until melted.
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Return beef to pot, pour in cheese sauce, and stir to combine. Simmer 5–10 minutes.
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Taste, adjust seasoning, and serve hot with toppings.
Notes
Use freshly shredded cheese for best texture. Add jalapeños for heat or spinach for extra veggies. Freezes best before adding cheese.