Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cups potatoes, diced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the beef and onions: In a large pot over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion until the beef is browned and the onions are soft. Drain off any excess fat to keep the soup from being greasy.
- Add potatoes and broth: Stir in the diced potatoes and chicken broth. Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer the soup: Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer for 10–15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and cooked through.
- Make the roux: In a separate pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook while stirring constantly for 1–2 minutes to form a roux, which will thicken the soup.
- Add milk and thicken: Slowly whisk in the milk into the roux mixture, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth.
- Combine roux mixture and soup: Pour the thickened milk mixture into the pot with the beef and potatoes, stirring well to combine everything evenly.
- Add cheese and season: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper to your taste. Mix thoroughly to blend all flavors.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot. Garnish with optional toppings like green onions or pickles if desired.
Notes
- Add crispy bacon bits for extra smoky flavor.
- Garnish with chopped green onions or pickles for an authentic cheeseburger flair.
- This soup can be made thicker by adding more cheese or thinner by adding additional broth.
- Use full-fat milk or cream for a richer texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
