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Instant Pot Cheeseburger Soup

All the cozy flavors of a classic cheeseburger in a creamy, one-pot soup made fast in the Instant Pot. Savory ground beef, tender potatoes, onion, carrots, and melty cheddar come together for an easy, family-friendly bowl that reheats beautifully.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (if needed for browning)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, peeled and diced (or grated)
  • 2 stalks celery, sliced
  • 3 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced (1/2-inch)
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp dried parsley
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp salt (more to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 4 cups chicken or beef broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (or use more milk)
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (freshly grated)
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water (optional, for thickening)
  • optional toppings: chopped pickles, sliced green onions, crisp turkey bacon or beef bacon, extra cheddar

Instructions
 

  • Set the Instant Pot to Sauté. Add olive oil if needed, then crumble in the ground beef. Cook, stirring and breaking it up, until browned; drain excess fat if necessary.
  • Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Sauté 2–3 minutes until the onion softens and the mixture is fragrant.
  • Stir in diced potatoes, paprika, dried parsley, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.
  • Pour in the broth and scrape the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits. Cancel Sauté.
  • Lock the lid and set valve to Sealing. Pressure cook on High for 8 minutes (5 minutes for smaller potato dice). Allow a 10-minute natural release, then quick-release any remaining pressure.
  • Return to Sauté on Low/Normal. Stir in milk and heavy cream. Add the shredded cheddar gradually, stirring until completely melted and smooth.
  • (Optional) For a thicker soup, stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Ladle into bowls and top with pickles, green onions, extra cheddar, and crisp turkey bacon or beef bacon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 24gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 13gSodium: 880mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g
Keyword Easy Weeknight Dinners, Healthy Comfort Food, High Protein Meals, Instant Pot Cheeseburger Soup, Meal Prep
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