Name: Keto Cheeseburger Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef; 1/2 cup diced yellow onion; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 cup tomato sauce; 1/2 cup low-sodium beef broth; 8 ounces cream cheese; 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1 can (15.25 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed; 2-4 ounces green chilies; 2.25 ounces sliced black olives, divided; Optional toppings: pickles, bacon bits, cilantro, avocado, jalapenos

Enjoy a hearty bowl of Keto Cheeseburger Soup with this easy recipe. Packed with flavor and low in carbs, it’s perfect for any meal!

Keto Cheeseburger Soup is a delectable dish that tastes like you’re eating a cheeseburger in soup form. So, let’s get cooking!

Ingredients You’ll Need

Main Ingredients

Ground Beef: 1 pound
Onion: Frozen or fresh, depending on your preference
Cream Cheese: 8-ounce block
Tomato Paste: Adds that essential cheeseburger tang
Beef Broth: Provides the base for your soup
Cheddar Cheese: To thicken and enrich the soup

Toppings

Pickles: Mini pickles, cornichons, or any type of pickles you prefer
Bacon: Crispy bacon bits

Step-by-Step Instructions

Cooking the Ground Beef

The first step in making this delicious keto cheeseburger soup is to cook your ground beef. Jennifer uses 1 pound of ground beef:

Heat Your Pan: Begin by heating a large pan over medium heat.
Cook the Beef: Add the ground beef to the pan and cook it until it’s thoroughly browned.
Add the Onions: Once the beef starts to brown, add your onions. Jennifer uses frozen onions for their convenience, but you can always use fresh onions if you prefer.
Season the Meat: Season your mixture with a bit of salt to enhance the flavors.

Melting in the Cream Cheese

With your beef and onion mixture now cooked, it’s time to add the cream cheese. Here’s how Jennifer does it:

Cube the Cream Cheese: Take your 8-ounce block of cream cheese and cut it into smaller cubes.
Add to the Pan: Add the cubed cream cheese to the pan and stir until it’s completely melted into the meat mixture. According to Jennifer, incorporating the cream cheese at this stage makes it much easier than adding it after the liquids.

Incorporating the Tomato Paste

Next, it’s time to add the tomato paste, an essential ingredient that gives this soup its cheeseburger-like quality.

Add Tomato Paste: Add the tomato paste directly into the beef and cream cheese mixture. Stir well to ensure that the tomato paste is fully incorporated.

Adding the Beef Broth

Now, it’s time to turn this into a soup by adding the beef broth.

Pour in the Broth: Gradually add the beef broth to your pot. Continue stirring to make sure all the flavors are well mixed.

Melting in the Cheddar Cheese

Finally, we reach the cheesy part. The cheddar cheese will not only enhance the flavor but also help in thickening the soup.

Add Shredded Cheddar Cheese: Sprinkle in the shredded cheddar cheese while keeping the heat on a low setting.
Stir Continuously: Stir until the cheese is fully melted. Be cautious about the heat, as too high a temperature will cause the cheese to clump and sink to the bottom.

Serving the Soup

Your keto cheeseburger soup is now ready! Here’s how Jennifer suggests you serve it.

Ladling the Soup

Get a Bowl: Use a ladle to transfer the soup into individual serving bowls.
Be Generous: Don’t be afraid to make a bit of a mess. The more, the merrier!

Adding Toppings

Chopped Pickles: Top your soup with chopped pickles. Jennifer uses mini pickles or cornichons, but any kind of pickles will work.
Crispy Bacon: Sprinkle crispy bacon bits on top of the soup for that extra crunch and flavor.

Conclusion

And there you have it—a delicious keto cheeseburger soup that is simple to make and packed with flavor. This comfort food can be an instant hit in your household, satisfying the cravings of both kids and adults alike.