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Bacon Cheeseburger Soup

This rich and creamy Bacon Cheeseburger Soup brings all the delicious flavors of your favorite bacon cheeseburger into one hearty, comforting bowl! Loaded with seasoned ground beef, crispy bacon, tender potatoes, and plenty of sharp cheddar cheese, this easy one-pot soup is the ultimate cozy comfort food. Perfect for chilly evenings and family dinners!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 –8 slices bacon cooked and chopped into small pieces
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 tsp burger seasoning I used Kinder’s Buttery Burger Blend
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 6 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 lb potatoes peeled and diced
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Chopped green onions or fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Method
 

  1. Cook the Bacon
  2. In a large Dutch oven or soup pot over medium heat, cook the bacon until browned and crispy. Remove from the pot and set aside.
  3. Brown the Ground Beef
  4. Add the ground beef to the same pot and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Drain off excess grease and season with 2 teaspoons of burger seasoning. Stir well, then remove the beef from the pot and set aside.
  5. Sauté the Vegetables
  6. Add the butter, diced onion, and celery to the pot. Sauté for approximately 5 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently.
  7. Make the Soup Base
  8. Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed vegetables. Stir well to coat everything evenly and cook for approximately 1 minute to eliminate the raw flour taste.
  9. Add the Chicken Broth
  10. Gradually pour in the chicken broth, stirring continuously to incorporate the flour and create a smooth soup base.
  11. Add the Beef, Bacon, and Potatoes
  12. Return the browned ground beef and half of the crispy bacon to the pot. Add the peeled and diced potatoes and stir well to combine.
  13. Simmer Until Tender
  14. Bring the soup to a gentle simmer and cook for approximately 15–20 minutes, or until the potatoes are completely tender, stirring occasionally.
  15. Make It Creamy and Cheesy
  16. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the sour cream, heavy cream, and shredded sharp cheddar cheese. Continue stirring until the cheese is completely melted and the soup is rich, creamy, and smooth.
  17. Season to Taste
  18. Taste the soup and add salt and freshly ground black pepper as needed. Stir well to combine.
  19. Garnish and Serve
  20. Ladle the hot soup into serving bowls and top with the remaining crispy bacon. Garnish with chopped green onions or fresh parsley, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Tips for the Best Bacon Cheeseburger Soup
  • For the smoothest, creamiest texture, shred your own sharp cheddar cheese.
  • Remove the soup from the heat before adding the sour cream, heavy cream, and cheese to prevent the dairy from separating.
  • Cut potatoes into evenly sized pieces so they cook at the same rate.
  • If the soup becomes too thick, stir in a splash of additional chicken broth until it reaches your preferred consistency.
  • Serve with warm, crusty bread or my homemade Cheddar Jalapeño Dutch Oven Bread for an extra delicious meal!