Description
A rich, creamy, and hearty soup that tastes just like a cheeseburger, made quickly and easily in the Instant Pot.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Optional toppings: cooked bacon, diced pickles, extra cheese
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and heat olive oil. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add diced onion and garlic to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Pour in the beef broth, add diced potatoes, carrots, basil, parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. Quick release the pressure once done.
- Mix flour and water in a small bowl to make a slurry. Add it to the soup and stir well.
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode again and cook for 2-3 minutes until soup thickens.
- Stir in cheddar cheese until melted, then add milk and heavy cream. Stir until smooth and heated through.
- Serve hot with optional toppings if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use ground turkey instead of beef.
- Adjust the thickness by adding more or less broth as needed.
- Top with your favorite burger toppings for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 110mg