Hearty Slow Cooker Bacon Cheeseburger Soup: The Ultimate Comfort Food Recipe
If you’re a devoted fan of classic cheeseburgers, you’re in for a treat with this incredible Crock Pot Bacon Cheeseburger Soup. This recipe transforms all the beloved flavors of a juicy bacon cheeseburger into a warm, creamy, and utterly satisfying bowl of soup. It’s truly a game-changer for anyone seeking ultimate comfort food that’s both easy to prepare and incredibly delicious. As someone who frequently shares my love for cheeseburgers on my Instagram page, I can confidently say this soup delivers that same comforting embrace you crave. It’s perfect for chilly evenings, lazy weekends, or any day you need a little extra warmth and flavor.
The Secret Behind the Unforgettable Flavor: Quality Tomatoes
The foundation of any great soup lies in the quality of its ingredients, and this bacon cheeseburger soup is no exception. For this recipe, I turned to my absolute favorite brand of diced tomatoes: Tuttorosso. Even weeks after first making this soup, the memory of its rich, complex flavor lingers, a testament to how good food can truly make an impression. My life and work revolve around culinary delights, so it’s no surprise that exceptional ingredients like Tuttorosso consistently capture my attention and palate.
I frequently feature Tuttorosso products in my cooking, as highlighted in recipes such as my Greek Chicken Soft Tacos. Just recently, I incorporated their sauce and tomato puree into my renowned Sunday sauce. Having tried countless brands at my local grocery store, I always return to Tuttorosso. Their consistent quality and vibrant flavor, originating from Red Gold Tomatoes, an Indiana-based company, are simply unmatched.
This recipe calls for only half of a large can of Tuttorosso diced tomatoes, but I always find it easy to use the remaining portion in other dishes, ensuring nothing goes to waste. For instance, the remaining diced tomatoes would be perfect for a fresh BLT chopped salad with avocado, or could be added to another batch of those delicious Greek Chicken Soft Tacos. These tomatoes add a bright, tangy counterpoint to the rich, savory flavors of the beef and cheese, elevating the entire soup experience.
This Crock Pot Bacon Cheeseburger Soup is destined to become a staple in your household – I guarantee it. It’s brimming with flavor, and the beauty of it lies in its simplicity. Once you’ve taken a few minutes to brown the beef and onions, your slow cooker handles the rest, allowing the rich, savory flavors to meld together perfectly over hours. This hands-off approach makes it an ideal weeknight dinner solution or a fantastic meal for entertaining.
Unlocking the Power of Your Slow Cooker, All Year Long
Many home cooks believe slow cookers are exclusively for the colder months, but I’ve recently discovered how incredibly beneficial they are when the weather warms up. Using your slow cooker is a smart way to prepare delicious meals without heating up your kitchen, or in my case, my entire home, by running the oven for extended periods. This makes it an energy-efficient and comfortable choice for summer cooking.
There’s no need to reserve your slow cooker for just fall and winter, folks. Slow cooking allows you to put wholesome, flavorful meals on the table even when you’ve been out of the house all day – whether at work, running errands, or enjoying a day of shopping. It offers unparalleled convenience, letting you “set it and forget it” while ensuring a hot, homemade meal awaits you and your family. The gentle, consistent heat of the slow cooker also helps tenderize meats and marry flavors in a way that quick cooking methods simply cannot replicate, resulting in dishes like this cheeseburger soup that taste like they simmered all day long.
Indulge in a Bowl of Pure Comfort: A Recipe for Everyone
Okay, let’s be upfront: this isn’t the lightest soup on the planet, but if you’re searching for a meal so rich and bursting with flavor that you won’t be able to resist a second helping, then this Crock Pot Bacon Cheeseburger Soup is absolutely perfect for you. It’s the kind of hearty dish that warms you from the inside out and leaves everyone at the table completely satisfied. What’s more, I can almost guarantee zero complaints from even the pickiest eaters in your family – a true triumph for any home cook! This soup is all about enjoying food, creating happy memories around the dinner table, and savoring every spoonful of its cheesy, bacony goodness.
- 10 oz bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1.5 pounds ground beef
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¾ cup white onion, diced
- ⅛ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Pepper
- ½ of a (28 oz) can Tuttorosso diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 2 cups water
- ¼ cup flour
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 3 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 lb medium shells pasta or other similar pasta (elbows would work)
- Additional cheese, crumbled bacon, and sour cream (optional), for garnish
- In a large skillet, add the ground beef and onion and sauté/brown until meat is no longer pink. Break up the beef with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about one or two minutes, then season with salt and pepper.
- Drain excess grease from the pan.
- Add ground beef to crock pot/slow cooker (mine is 6 quarts).
- Add in half of the can of the tomatoes (don’t drain – try to get half the juice as well), water, Worcestershire sauce, and chicken stock. Stir.
- Add in the cooked bacon. Stir.
- Cook on low for 5 hours.
- Thirty minutes before serving: Whisk together the heavy cream and flour in a small bowl until no clumps remain (this is to thicken the soup).
- Whisk this into the soup.
- Add in the cheese and stir until it’s melted. Cook on low for 25-30 additional minutes.
- While that’s cooking, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add in the pasta and cook according to instructions on box. Drain and add to slow cooker. Stir to combine.
- Serve the soup hot with extra cheese and bacon crumbles (and sour cream or chopped up dill pickles if you’re feeling adventurous!) on top of each bowl.
Disclaimer: This content was proudly sponsored by Tuttorosso. All opinions expressed herein are entirely my own, as always, reflecting my genuine experience and appreciation for their products.
Recipe source: Adapted from a wonderful recipe found at bigbearswife.com.