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Cozy Slow Cooker Cheeseburger Soup with Pickles

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A rich, creamy, and tangy cheeseburger soup made in the slow cooker with ground beef, cheddar, cream cheese, and dill pickles. This easy, set-it-and-forget-it recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 works best)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced (about 1 cup)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cheddar cheese soup
  • 1 cup whole milk (or half-and-half)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened and cubed
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup dill pickle slices, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons pickle juice
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for sautéing, optional)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: Dice the onion, mince the garlic, chop the pickles, shred the cheddar, and cube the cream cheese.
  2. Brown the beef (optional): In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Add onion and garlic during the last 2 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed. Transfer to the slow cooker.
  3. Layer ingredients in the slow cooker: Add beef broth, condensed cheddar soup, milk, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Stir. Add the beef (raw or browned), cream cheese cubes, and shredded cheddar. Stir again. Fold in chopped pickles and pickle juice.
  4. Cook low and slow: Cover and cook on LOW for 4-6 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours, until cheese is melted and beef is cooked through. Stir once or twice if possible.
  5. Adjust seasoning and serve: Taste and adjust salt and pepper. If too thick, add a splash of milk or broth. If too thin, cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes. Ladle into bowls and garnish as desired.

Notes

For best texture, shred cheddar from a block. Don’t skip the pickle juice—it brightens the soup. If using HIGH setting, add cream cheese during the last hour to prevent graininess. Soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: cheeseburger soup, slow cooker soup, pickle soup, comfort food, easy dinner, creamy soup

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