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Cozy Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup with Bacon

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A comforting, slow-cooker soup that captures the flavors of a classic cheeseburger with ground beef, sharp cheddar, tangy pickles, and crispy bacon. It’s a quick, easy, and soul-soothing meal perfect for cold nights.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 1 large yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth (low-sodium)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 cup dill pickles, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons pickle juice
  • 1.5 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked until crisp and crumbled
  • 2 stalks green onions, sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and break it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and no pink remains (8-10 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary, but leave some for flavor.
  2. In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  3. Transfer the beef and onion mixture into a 6-quart slow cooker. Pour in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and pickle juice. Stir to combine. Add chopped dill pickles.
  4. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 6-7 hours until flavors have melded.
  5. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese. Cover and let sit on high for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cheese is melted and soup is creamy. Do not boil vigorously.
  6. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot in bowls, topped with crispy bacon bits and sliced green onions.

Notes

Do not add cheese at the beginning of cooking as it may become grainy or separate. Always add dairy in the last 30 minutes. For a lighter version, swap heavy cream for half-and-half or Greek yogurt (add yogurt off heat to prevent curdling). Ensure Worcestershire sauce and broth are gluten-free if needed. Pre-shredded cheese contains anti-caking agents that prevent smooth melting, so shred block cheese yourself.

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