Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup

Fall is just around the corner, and what’s better than a warm, comforting bowl of cheeseburger soup to get you in the mood?

This simple crockpot recipe brings together rich flavors and hearty ingredients for a comforting meal that’s easy to prepare.

The Ingredients

Before we get started, let’s take a look at what you’ll need for this recipe. You’ll need:

• Celery
• Milk (2% works well)
• Chicken broth (organic and free-range is recommended for better flavor)
• Small onion
• 4 small to medium russet potatoes
• Butter
• Dried basil and parsley
• Sea salt and pepper to taste
• Flour for thickening
• Ground beef (1 pound)
• Velveeta cheese (16 ounces)
• Optional: sharp cheddar cheese for added flavor

Preparing the Soup

Let’s start by chopping up the celery and onion. You’ll need about a half cup of diced celery and a small onion diced up as well. Next, peel and dice the potatoes – about 4 small to medium russet potatoes should do the trick. Don’t forget to add in a cup of shredded carrots for extra flavor and nutrition.

Adding the Aromatics

In your crock pot, add in the diced onion, celery, potatoes, and shredded carrots. Next, pour in the chicken broth, dried parsley, and dried basil. Stir everything together, then set your crock pot to low for 6 hours.

The Final Touches

About 45 minutes before the cook time is up, cook and crumble the ground beef. Add in a pinch of garlic powder and onion powder for extra flavor. Then, make a white sauce by cooking 1/4 cup of flour with 3 tablespoons of butter until brown. Add in 2 cups of milk and cook until smooth. Pour the white sauce into the soup, then add in the cheese (8 ounces of Velveeta and 8 ounces of sharp cheddar).

Serving and Enjoying

Stir everything together, cover the crock pot, and let it cook for another 30 minutes. When everything is melted and the potatoes are tender, serve it up! This cheeseburger soup is perfect for a cozy fall evening, and the kids will love it before heading out for trick-or-treating. Don’t forget to salt and pepper to taste, and enjoy!