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Creamy Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup

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A comforting, easy-to-make slow cooker soup that combines savory ground beef, tender potatoes, and rich cheddar cheese in a creamy tomato-based broth. Perfect for busy weeknights and cold weather.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
  • 1 large yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
  • 1 jar (24-26 oz) marinara sauce
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 lbs yellow potatoes (Yukon Gold), cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded from a block
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried oregano

Instructions

  1. Prep the vegetables by peeling and dicing the potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes, finely chopping the onion, and mincing the garlic.
  2. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until no pink remains (5-7 minutes). Drain excess grease if desired, then transfer to the slow cooker.
  3. Add the diced potatoes, chopped onion, and minced garlic to the slow cooker on top of the beef.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth, marinara sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Sprinkle in garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  5. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours, until potatoes are tender.
  6. Turn the slow cooker to WARM. Stir in the heavy cream.
  7. Gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring constantly until fully melted and smooth.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

For best texture, shred cheese from a block rather than using pre-shredded cheese. If the soup separates, stir in a splash of cold cream. To freeze, omit cream and cheese before freezing; add fresh upon reheating. Can be made in an Instant Pot using Sauté for beef, then High Pressure for 10 minutes.

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