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Savory Bacon Cheeseburger Soup

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A rich and hearty soup combining crispy bacon, seasoned ground beef, sharp cheddar cheese, and tender potatoes for a comforting, indulgent dinner that’s quick and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (lean or regular)
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 4 cups beef broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1 cup whole milk (or 2%)
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 200 g)
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional garnishes: chopped green onions, extra bacon bits, shredded cheese, sour cream

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon: Place chopped bacon in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Cook until crispy, about 5–7 minutes. Remove bacon bits with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
  2. Brown the ground beef: Add ground beef to the bacon fat and cook over medium-high heat until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon—about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Sauté onions and garlic: Add diced onions to the beef and cook until translucent, about 4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
  4. Add potatoes and flour: Stir in diced potatoes, then sprinkle flour over the mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste and thicken the base.
  5. Pour in broth and Worcestershire sauce: Slowly add beef broth while stirring to avoid lumps. Add Worcestershire sauce, then bring the soup to a boil.
  6. Simmer: Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
  7. Add milk and cheese: Stir in the milk, then gradually add shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and smooth. Avoid boiling after adding cheese to prevent curdling.
  8. Season and serve: Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with reserved bacon bits, green onions, or extra cheese if desired.

Notes

To avoid curdling, do not boil the soup after adding cheese. If soup is too thick, add more broth or milk to loosen. For gluten-free, substitute flour with cornstarch or gluten-free blend. Freshly shredded cheese melts better than pre-shredded. Bacon fat is used to sauté beef and onions for extra flavor.

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