Description

Bacon cheeseburger soup is a delightful blend of savory flavors that warms your soul and satisfies your cravings. This creamy, hearty soup combines juicy ground beef, crispy bacon, and melted cheddar cheese for an irresistible dish reminiscent of summer barbecues. Perfect for chilly evenings, this recipe is simple enough for novice cooks and sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb lean ground beef (80% lean)
6 oz thick-cut bacon, diced
1 medium sweet onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups low-sodium beef broth
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 5–7 minutes. Break it apart with a spatula until fully cooked.
Add the diced bacon and cook until crispy.
Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent (about 4–5 minutes).
Pour in the beef broth while scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Simmer gently for about 10 minutes.
Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream until smooth.
Gradually mix in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh green onions.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Comfort Food
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 410
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 27g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: For added flavor, sauté vegetables in the rendered bacon fat. Substitute ground beef with turkey or add jalapeños for extra heat. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days; reheat gently on low heat.