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Quick Stovetop Bacon Cheeseburger Soup

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Make this creamy, cheesy soup that tastes like a loaded cheeseburger in a bowl. It uses simple ingredients and cooks quickly on the stovetop.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 4 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 8 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed
  • 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • Optional toppings: chopped pickles, diced onions, extra cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook the chopped bacon in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the pot.
  2. Add the ground beef to the pot. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off excess grease.
  3. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot with the beef. Cook until vegetables soften, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  4. Pour in the beef broth. Add the diced potatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk the flour into the milk until smooth. Pour this mixture into the simmering soup. Stir constantly until the soup thickens slightly.
  6. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the Velveeta cheese cubes until fully melted and smooth.
  7. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until completely melted and the soup is creamy. Do not let the soup boil after adding cheese.
  8. Serve the soup hot, topped with reserved bacon and your choice of burger toppings like pickles or diced onions. This is a great alternative to meal planning for busy nights.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use frozen hash browns instead of fresh diced potatoes; add them during the last 10 minutes of simmering.
  • If you prefer a smoother texture, you can use a potato masher to slightly break down some of the potatoes after they are tender.
  • This soup is excellent served with crusty bread or hamburger buns for dipping.

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