Easy Cheeseburger Soup

"Cozy up with a warm bowl of creamy, soul-satisfying Cheeseburger Soup! Inspired by a visit to Amish country, the family-friendly, easy dinner is perfect for a cool evening! Add some crispy, crumbled bacon, crunchy croutons, and a bit of parsley or green onions for freshness and the Cheeseburger Soup is a satisfying meal in a bowl! It's a one-pot, prep-ahead meal that the entire family loves, and it's the perfect easy dinner for chilly nights. Keep a stash in your refrigerator to reheat after sledding on a snow day!"

Notes*I often cook the beef in advance and keep it in the refrigerator for a couple of days (or in the freezer for up to 3 months) until I’m ready to make the soup. It cuts out an extra step and makes the prep time even faster!

**Tip: When I only need a small amount of diced celery or onion, I like to buy it chopped from the salad bar at the grocery store. That way I only have to buy the small amount that I need and there's no extra that goes to waste. Plus, in small quantities it’s still relatively inexpensive.

***I prefer the Velveeta in this recipe because it melts easily and has a smoother, creamier consistency in the soup.

Preparation Time15 min

Cooking Time27 min