Healthy Cheeseburger Soup Recipe

If you are looking for an easy but rich recipe you definitely have to try this healthy cheeseburger soup. And, you may be thinking: What makes this soup healthy? The answer is that this soup is full of vegetables and protein in one single bowl.

It’s thick and cheesy with chunks of potatoes and meat. You can make it as light or as cheesy as you want by just adding more cheese or milk.

This healthy cheeseburger soup is full of flavor in each bite and the best part of it? It is very easy to do! You don’t need special skills for this recipe, you just need to mix it all together and enjoy!

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Why I love Healthy Cheeseburger Soup Recipe?

This cheesy cheeseburger soup is great for lunch or dinner and appeals to kids and adults alike. But that’s not the only reason to love this recipe. Check out these perks to serving healthy cheeseburger soup.

• Easy to make
• Filled with vitamins
• Ideal for Lunch or Dinner
• Hearty and Filling
• Economical

How to serve Healthy Cheeseburger Soup Recipe?

Healthy cheeseburger soup can be served alone or with crusty bread as a complete meal or paired with sandwiches.

Healthy Cheeseburger Soup Recipe Cooking Tips:

• Dice the potatoes into evenly-sized pieces so they all cook at the same time.
• Rinse the ground beef under hot, running water to remove excess fat, if preferred.
• Cover the soup and simmer gently when cooking the veggies to retain the most flavor.
• Add the roux to the soup slowly, constantly stirring, to prevent lumping.

Variations of Healthy Cheeseburger Soup Recipe:

• Substitute ground turkey or ground chicken for the ground beef to make a lower-fat version.
• Use low-sodium chicken broth to reduce sodium in this recipe.
• Likewise, you can use low-fat cheese for all or part of the cheese, but remember that using lower-fat versions may make your soup less creamy.
• Add other veggies, like cauliflower or broccoli.

Ingredients:

• ½ pound Ground Beef
• ¾ cup Onion (Chopped)
• ¾ cup Carrots (Shredded)
• ¾ cup Celery (Diced)
• 1 tsp Basil (Dried flakes)
• 1 tsp Parsley (Dried Flakes)
• 4 tbsp Butter (Divided)
• 3 cups Chicken Broth
• 4 cups Potatoes (Peeled and diced)
• ¼ cup Flour (All purpose)
• 2 cups American/Cheddar Cheese (Cubed or shredded)
• 1½ cups Milk
• ¾ tsp Salt
• ¼ tsp Pepper
• ¼ cup Sour Cream

How to make Healthy Cheeseburger Soup Recipe:

Step 1. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef. Make sure to drain and set aside for later.

Step 2. In a saucepan, add 1 tbsp of butter and let it melt. Add onion, celery, shredded carrots. Then add some parsley and basil flakes. Saute until tender.

Step 3. Add the broth to the saucepan along with potatoes and beef. Bring to a boil.

Step 4. When bubbling, reduce heat. Then, cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes. Try a piece of potato and make sure it is tender.

Step 5. Melt 3 tbsp of butter in a small skillet and add the flour. Cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until bubbly.

Step 6. Add it to the soup and bring to a boil once again. Cook and stir for 2-3 minutes. After that, reduce heat to low.

Step 7. Add the cheese, milk, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until cheese melts.

Step 8. Remove from heat and blend in sour cream.

Enjoy!

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How to Store Healthy Cheeseburger Soup Recipe?

Healthy cheeseburger soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days or frozen for 3 to 4 months without losing flavor. However, keep in mind that potatoes do change texture when frozen.

How to reheat Healthy Cheeseburger Soup Recipe?

Healthy cheeseburger soup can be reheated in a pan on the stovetop over medium-low heat or reheated in the microwave.

How much does Healthy Cheeseburger Soup Recipe last on the fridge?

Healthy cheeseburger soup will stay fresh and is safe to store in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.

Can I make ahead Healthy Cheeseburger Soup Recipe?

You can cook your healthy cheeseburger soup and store the cooled soup in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.

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