Go Back

Slow Cooker Cheeseburger Soup

A comforting and hearty cheeseburger soup made in a slow cooker that's perfect for family dinners and cozy evenings.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat and Vegetables
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small sweet onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic gives it that extra flavor boost.
  • 3 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 12 ounces frozen peas and carrots Optional
Soups and Broth
  • 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 10.5 ounces cheddar cheese soup
Dairy and Seasonings
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 ounces Velveeta, cut into cubes Optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef and diced sweet onion. Sizzle and sauté until the beef is browned and the onion softens, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
  2. Add the minced garlic, stir, and allow to simmer for about 30 seconds.
  3. Transfer the beef mixture to a 6-quart slow cooker.
Cooking
  1. Pour in the chicken broth, add the diced potatoes, toss in the frozen peas and carrots, and top it off with the cheddar cheese soup and black pepper. Stir to combine.
  2. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours, or on high for 4-5 hours.
  3. About an hour before serving, stir in the heavy cream and Velveeta. Cover and let the Velveeta melt into the soup.
  4. Ladle into bowls and serve.

Notes

One time-saving tip is to brown the ground beef and onions the night before. If the soup is too thick, stir in a splash of milk or extra broth.