Bacon Cheeseburger Soup Paula Deen Recipe

Warm up with this hearty and flavorful Bacon Cheeseburger Soup, a family favorite recipe from Paula Deen's November/December 2009 magazine! This comforting soup tastes just like a classic cheeseburger, making it a quick and easy weeknight meal. Easily doubled and freezable for future deliciousness. Garnish with extra cheddar cheese and serve with Paula Deen's hamburger bun toasts (recipe sold separately) for the ultimate comfort food experience. Get ready for a taste of pure deliciousness!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 33 mins
Calories 542.9 kcal
Protein 78g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Bacon Cheeseburger Soup Paula Deen

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Ingredients for Bacon Cheeseburger Soup Paula Deen

  • 1/2 pound bacon
  • 1 pound ground chuck
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Low Sodium Chicken Broth
  • Diced Tomatoes
  • Cheddar Cheese Soup
  • Dill Pickle Relish
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • French Fried Onions

How to Make Bacon Cheeseburger Soup Paula Deen

  1. In a large Dutch oven, cook 1/2 pound bacon until crisp. Remove and drain on paper towels. Crumble bacon and set aside.
  2. Add 1 pound ground chuck, 1 medium onion (chopped), and 2 cloves garlic (minced) to the Dutch oven.
  3. Cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking up the beef with a spoon, until browned and crumbly. Drain off any excess grease.
  4. Stir in 4 cups chicken broth, 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup, 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish, crumbled bacon, and 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce.
  5. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through and flavors have melded.
  6. Garnish with shredded cheddar cheese and French-fried onions (optional) before serving. Serve with toasted hamburger buns for dipping.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

48 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

67g

Carbs

5g