Description
This Slow Cooker Cheesy Burger-Flavored Soup is a comforting and hearty meal perfect for cozy days. Combining browned ground beef, tender potatoes, sweet corn, and a blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, this soup delivers the savory satisfaction of a cheeseburger in a creamy, flavorful broth. Enhanced with Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, and spices, it offers a rich and delicious taste that’s easy to prepare with minimal hands-on time.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups diced potatoes (about 2 medium potatoes)
- 1 cup frozen corn
Liquids and Sauces
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for browning the beef)
Cheese and Dairy
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Seasonings
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnishes (Optional)
- Chopped green onions
- Crispy bacon bits
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic. Cook until the beef is browned and the onions are softened. Drain any excess fat to keep the soup from becoming greasy.
- Add to Slow Cooker: Transfer the browned beef mixture to the slow cooker. Add beef broth, diced potatoes, frozen corn, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together to combine well.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours. Cook until the potatoes are tender and all the flavors are well melded, creating a hearty and delicious soup base.
- Add the Cheese: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. Allow the cheese to melt fully into the soup, giving it a rich and creamy texture.
- Finish with Sour Cream: Just before serving, stir in the sour cream. Taste the soup and adjust salt and pepper as needed for a balanced flavor.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions and crispy bacon bits if desired for added flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, you can mash some of the potatoes before adding cheese.
- To make it spicier, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat on the stovetop gently.
- Use lean ground beef to reduce fat content.
- Omit bacon bits to keep the recipe gluten-free and dairy-free by substituting sour cream with a lactose-free alternative.
