Cheeseburger Soup Recipe (2024)

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This Turkey Cheeseburger Soup recipe is a rich and cheesy bowl of comfort food made on the lighter side. It’s quick and easy, loaded with turkey and potatoes in every bite!

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Cheeseburger soup is always a hit with my family! It’s the kind of soup you crave on a cold night. This recipe, from my newest cookbook Skinnytaste One and Done is made all in one pot with directions for the Instant Pot or stove! I’ve partnered with ALDI to give you a sneak peak into the book and share this recipe with you all!

It’s thick and cheesy with chunks of potatoes and turkey. To get it creamy without adding any cream, I add a large piece of cauliflower to the pot and leave it whole, then puree it in the blender with some of the broth. The results are rich and velvety, and so, so good and a great way to sneak cauliflower into your kids dinner!

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A little bit about the book, it features 140 Healthy One-Pot Dinner Recipes made in a skillet, sheet pan, slow cooker, pressure cooker, air fryer, Dutch oven, etc. Each chapter is organized by cooking vessel. If you don’t have an air fryer or Instant Pot, no problem! I include alternate directions for stove and oven. Nutritional info is included with each recipe. WW points are not, as they are copyright, but they are all posted here for your convenience!

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I just returned from a fun, no-fuss, glamping retreat to celebrate the launch of my new cookbook, which was sponsored by ALDI. We glamped under the stars at Firelight Camps in the Finger Lakes and enjoyed, campfire, smores, and recipes from my cookbook. The weather was a bit chilly, so we bundled up, drank lots of hot cocoa, hot cider, and enjoyed comfort food dishes including this Cheeseburger Soup which everyone loved. There’s so much to do in Ithaca, NY, some highlights of the trip were visiting gorges, hiking, foraging, wine tasting, cider tasting, visiting goat farms, and of course, sharing quality time with this talented group of inspiring women who flew in from all parts of the country to celebrate (I am forever grateful).

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On our drive up from the city (it’s about 4 hours from NYC) we stopped at an ALDI store, and loaded up the car with all the ingredients needed to make this Cheeseburger Soup as well as tons of cheese varieties to create these gorgeous boards, plus fruit, nuts, chips, salsa, and plenty of wine and snacks for the week and we were able get everything for so much less than I would have thought!

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More info about the soup, you can make this with beef if you prefer. If you are gluten-free this works great with a gluten-free flour mix, all the ingredients below can be found at ALDI.

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Cheeseburger Soup

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Cals:254

Protein:20

Carbs:19

Fat:11.5

Cheeseburger Soup is a rich and cheesy bowl of comfort food made on the lighter side. It's quick and easy, loaded with turkey and potatoes in every bite!

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Prep: 10 minutes mins

Cook: 20 minutes mins

Total: 30 minutes mins

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Yield: 6 servings

Serving Size: 1 -1/2 cups

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound 93% lean ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, wheat or gluten-free*
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 10 ounces Yukon Gold potatoes, 2 medium, peeled and finely diced
  • 1 12-ounce wedge cauliflower (1/4 of a large head), stem attached
  • 1 3/4 cups shredded 2% shredded cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped scallions, for garnish

Instructions

Instant Pot Method

  • Press the sauté button on an electric pressure cooker. Add the turkey and brown the meat, using a wooden spoon to break it into small pieces as it cooks, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain the meat and transfer it to a small bowl.

  • In the pressure cooker (still on sauté), melt the butter. Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the flour, salt, and pepper to taste and cook, stirring, for 1 minute to cook the flour. Return the turkey to the pressure cooker and add the chicken broth, potatoes, and cauliflower and stir.

  • Seal and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes, until the potatoes are soft. Quick release, then open when the pressure subsides.

  • Transfer the cauliflower and 1 cup of the liquid to a blender and blend until smooth. Pour the puree into the soup and stir well. Add the cheddar and stir until melted. Serve topped with the scallions.

Stove Method

  • To make this in a large pot or Dutch oven, sauté over medium-high heat in steps 1 and 2. For step 3, bring to a boil, then cook, covered, over low heat until the potatoes and cauliflower are tender, 25 to 30 minutes. Transfer 1 cup of the liquid and the whole cauliflower to the blender, and blend until smooth. Stir the puree into the soup, add the cheddar, and serve topped with the scallions.

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Notes

*Read the label to be sure this product is gluten-free.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 -1/2 cups, Calories: 254 kcal, Carbohydrates: 19 g, Protein: 20 g, Fat: 11.5 g, Saturated Fat: 6 g, Cholesterol: 52 mg, Sodium: 670 mg, Fiber: 3.5 g, Sugar: 5 g

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Cheeseburger Soup Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Which potatoes are best for soup? ›

Russets or all-purpose baking potatoes are high in starch and low in moisture. In soups, they will soak up the liquid and lose their shape. This makes them the ideal choice for making creamy soups or thickening a runny soup. Try using Russet potatoes to create the perfect Loaded Potato Soup.

How to add shredded cheese to soup? ›

Go low and slow. When you add the cheese to the soup, make sure that the pot is over very low heat. If the heat is too high, the cheese won't incorporate into the soup, giving it a thin, gloopy texture. I also recommend adding a little at a time and stirring well between additions.

How many calories are in hamburger soup? ›

1 cup of hamburger soup (Hanover) contains 230 Calories. The macronutrient breakdown is 35% carbs, 43% fat, and 23% protein. This is a good source of protein (23% of your Daily Value) and vitamin a (50% of your Daily Value).

Should I cook potatoes before adding to soup? ›

Now that your potatoes are perfectly boiled, it's time to add them to your soup base. Whether you have a creamy or chunky potato soup recipe, gently stir the boiled potatoes into your prepared soup mixture and simmer for a few minutes to let the flavors meld together.

What potatoes don't get mushy in soup? ›

ANSWER: Waxy potatoes or those called boiling potatoes stand up well in soups and stews. These have thin skin and are high in moisture and low in starch. Potatoes that are low-starch and high-moisture hold together better.

Can I use cream cheese to thicken soup? ›

The answer is yes. It only works well if you do it carefully, though. Before you dump a block of cream cheese into your soup pot, there is an important step to follow first to ensure your finished product doesn't end up a clumpy, lumpy mess.

Does homemade soup have calories? ›

Vegetable soup calories depend on the ingredients, but homemade veggie soup can have as few as 60 calories per cup. Homemade veggie soup tends to have fewer calories and less sodium than store-bought or restaurant vegetable soup.

What is the best cheese for soup? ›

Mild cheddar, Colby, Monterey jack, mozzarella, Swiss and queso blanco can all work well. “The best cheeses to melt into soups are cheeses that are higher in moisture and have a lower melting point,” says Bauer. In addition to cheddar and Monterey jack, he recommends Fontina and Gruyère.

Why is my cheddar cheese not melting in my soup? ›

If heated too high, you risk clumping and if too low, not melting properly. With soup, you might be able to fix it with an immersion blender, or you might not. At a temperature of 150 or so, the protein bonds in the cheese break down and as a result, too much fo the moisture escapes too quickly.

Why do you avoid simmering your soup after adding the cheese? ›

High heat can cause the cheese to overheat and separate. Slow and steady wins the race when it comes to incorporating cheese into soup without curdling.

Does soup count as calories? ›

Soup. Though soup is often dismissed as little more than a light and simple side dish, it can be very satisfying. The brand and type of soup may vary in nutritional content, but a 1/2-cup serving of condensed chicken noodle soup from a can contains about 60 calories and 3 grams of protein ( 7 ).

Is 15 bean soup high in calories? ›

Here's the nutritional breakdown for 1 cup of this hearty soup: With ham and chicken broth. 175 calories, 2g fat, 381mg sodium, 27.4g carbs, 6.8g fiber, 3.8g sugars, 11.8g protein.

How do you keep potatoes from getting mushy in potato soup? ›

How do you keep potatoes from getting mushy in soup? Keeping the skins on your potatoes will help. Also key to remember is that when chopping the potatoes, the smaller they are the faster they will cook. So, don't be afraid to cut them a little on the larger side than you normally would.

Can I use yellow potatoes instead of russet for soup? ›

We use Yukon gold potatoes to make potato soup. The potatoes are buttery and rich in flavor and have a medium starch content. Choose potatoes that are heavy, firm, and unblemished. If you don't have Yukon gold potatoes, Russet or red potatoes will work.

What is a substitute for Yukon Gold potatoes in soup? ›

Russet potatoes, also known as Idaho potatoes, are widely available and are an excellent substitute for Yukon Golds in recipes where a starchy texture is desired. They have a neutral flavor and a fluffy texture when cooked. Russet potatoes are perfect for baking, frying, mashing, and making French fries.

Which is better, russet or idaho potatoes? ›

Idaho potatoes can be used in a wide range of recipes, from fries to hash browns to soup to roasted potatoes and even turkey hash. Russet potatoes are a versatile variety, but they are the potato when you want to make baked potatoes or twice-baked potatoes.

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