Description
A hearty soup with cheeseburger flavors. Vegetarian option uses lentils and mushrooms.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or 1 cup lentils for vegetarian)
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups potatoes, diced
- 2 cups carrots, sliced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (for vegetarian option)
Instructions
- Brown ground beef in a pot (or sauté lentils and mushrooms for vegetarian). Drain fat.
- Add onion and garlic. Cook until soft.
- Stir in potatoes, carrots, and broth. Simmer 15 minutes.
- Add milk, cheese, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard. Stir until cheese melts.
- Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot.
Notes
- For thicker soup, mash some potatoes before adding cheese.
- Top with extra cheese or crumbled bacon if desired.
- Store leftovers in fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American