Description
A creamy, one-pot weeknight dinner that tastes like a cheeseburger. Ready in under 30 minutes, this soup combines savory beef, sharp cheddar, and tangy pickles for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20 fat ratio)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups beef broth (low-sodium)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup dill pickles, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep ingredients: Dice onions, mince garlic, chop pickles, and shred cheese.
- Brown the beef in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until no longer pink (5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat if desired.
- Add butter to the pot. Once melted, add diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
- Sprinkle flour over the beef and onion mixture. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.
- Gradually pour in beef broth while stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Add heavy cream and mustard.
- Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the soup thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
- Remove the pot from heat. Gradually add shredded cheddar cheese, stirring constantly until melted and smooth.
- Stir in chopped dill pickles. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Ladle into bowls and serve immediately with toppings.
Notes
Use 80/20 ground beef for best flavor. Shred your own cheese to avoid anti-caking agents that cause graininess. Always remove from heat before adding cheese to prevent separation. For a lighter version, use half-and-half and reduce cheese. For a potato-lover’s version, add diced potatoes with the broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl with toppings
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 30
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 25
Keywords: cheeseburger soup, weeknight dinner, one pot meal, comfort food, beef soup, creamy soup, quick dinner