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Loaded Slow Cooker Cheeseburger Soup

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A comforting, easy-to-make slow cooker soup that combines the flavors of a classic cheeseburger with crispy bacon, tender potatoes, and creamy cheese for a hearty meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 4 cups beef broth (preferably low sodium)
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh chives or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 7-9 minutes. Drain on paper towels and chop into bite-sized pieces. Save a tablespoon of bacon fat if desired.
  2. In the same skillet, brown the ground beef until no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat and transfer beef to the slow cooker.
  3. Sauté diced onion, carrots, and celery in the skillet over medium heat until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Transfer vegetables to the slow cooker.
  4. Add diced potatoes, beef broth, and milk to the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard (if using), salt, and pepper. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until potatoes are tender.
  6. About 30 minutes before serving, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until golden.
  7. Temper the roux by slowly whisking in some hot soup liquid, then pour the mixture back into the slow cooker. Stir well and cook uncovered for 20-30 minutes until soup thickens.
  8. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Fold in most of the chopped bacon, reserving some for garnish.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  10. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with reserved bacon and chopped chives or parsley. Serve warm.

Notes

Brown the ground beef and sauté vegetables before adding to the slow cooker for better flavor. Cook the roux separately to avoid raw flour taste. Add bacon at the end to keep it crispy. If soup is too thick, add milk or broth; if too thin, cook uncovered longer. Use low setting for best flavor and texture.

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Keywords: slow cooker soup, cheeseburger soup, bacon soup, comfort food, easy dinner, crockpot recipe

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