Description
Experience the ultimate comfort of a backyard cookout in a bowl with this creamy cheeseburger soup. By utilizing savory ground beef, sharp cheddar, and a splash of non-alcoholic malt-forward beer, this soup achieves a deep, umami-rich flavor profile. It is a hearty, velvety dish that bridges the gap between childhood favorites and adult cravings, perfect for busy weeknights or game days when you need something warm, filling, and undeniably satisfying for the whole family.
Ingredients
1 lb lean ground beef (80/20 mix)
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
4 cups high-quality beef stock (low-sodium)
1 cup non-alcoholic lager-style beer
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup heavy cream
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional toppings: chopped pickles, diced tomatoes, crispy fried onions
Instructions
Brown the ground beef in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until cooked through; drain excess fat.
Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour over the beef and onion mixture and stir well to coat; cook for 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
Slowly pour in the beef stock and the non-alcoholic beer while whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 10-15 minutes until slightly thickened.
Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve warm, topped with your favorite burger garnishes.
Notes
Ensure the non-alcoholic beer is a malt-forward lager style for the best depth of flavor. For a thicker consistency, you can simmer the soup longer before adding the cheese. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently over low heat to prevent the cheese from separating.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg