Cheeseburger Soup Hearty Cheeseburger Soup with Ground Beef, Cheddar, and Veggies Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef 1 small onion, chopped 1 cup shredded carrots 1/2 cup diced celery 1 teaspoon garlic powder 4 tablespoons butter, divided 4 cups peeled and diced potatoes 3 cups chicken broth 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 cups whole milk 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 cup sour cream Directions: In a large soup pot, cook ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain and set aside. In the same pot, add 1 tablespoon butter, then sauté onions, carrots, celery, and garlic powder until tender, about 5 minutes. Add diced potatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10–12 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender. In a small saucepan, melt remaining 3 tablespoons butter. Whisk in flour to form a roux. Cook for 1–2 minutes, then gradually add milk, whisking until smooth and thickened. Stir the roux into the soup. Add the cooked beef back to the pot and stir in the shredded cheese until melted. Add salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream. Serve hot with a sprinkle of extra cheese or chopped green onions if desired. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #cheeseburgersoup #heartymeals #comfortsoup #soupseason #groundbeefrecipes #easyweeknightdinner #souprecipe #cheddarsoup #homemadesoup #winterwarmers #dairyrecipes #soupsandstews #familyfriendlymeals #creamsoup #cheesylove #souprecipeoftheday #savorysoups #cheesebasedsoup #potatosoup #warmcomfort This Cheeseburger Soup is everything you love about a classic burger—rich, cheesy, and filling—all in one cozy bowl!

Chicken Broth in a Slow Cooker Slow-Simmered Homemade Chicken Broth in the Crockpot Ingredients: 1 whole chicken carcass (or 2–3 lbs of chicken bones) 2 carrots, roughly chopped 2 celery stalks, roughly chopped 1 onion, quartered 4 cloves garlic, smashed 2 bay leaves 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 10 cups water Fresh parsley or thyme (optional) Salt to taste (add after cooking) Directions: Place chicken bones, vegetables, garlic, bay leaves, and peppercorns into a large slow cooker. Add apple cider vinegar and pour in the water to cover all ingredients. Set the slow cooker to LOW and let it cook for 10–12 hours, or up to 24 hours for a richer broth. Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl or pot. Discard solids and season the broth with salt to taste. Let broth cool before storing. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 12 hours | Total Time: 12 hours 10 minutes Kcal: 35 kcal | Servings: 8 cups #homemadebroth #chickenbroth #slowcookersoup #crockpotbroth #bonebroth #souprecipe #chickenstock #kitchenstaple #fromscratch #slowcooked #mealprepideas #comfortbase #souplovers #slowcookerrecipes #crockpotbasics #nutrientrich #easybroth #noadditives #cleanrecipes #pastinabase Simmering golden magic in my slow cooker today — this Chicken Broth is the ultimate base for all your cozy recipes!

Classic Italian Pastina Soup Cozy Italian Pastina Soup with Egg, Parmesan, and Broth Ingredients: 6 cups chicken broth 3/4 cup pastina (tiny star pasta or acini di pepe) 1 egg 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 tablespoon butter Salt and black pepper to taste Fresh parsley for garnish (optional) Directions: In a medium saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil over medium heat. Add pastina and cook according to package instructions (typically 5–7 minutes), stirring occasionally. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and grated Parmesan cheese. Once the pastina is tender, reduce the heat to low. Slowly drizzle in the egg-cheese mixture while stirring the soup gently to create silky egg ribbons. Stir in butter and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired. Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes Kcal: 170 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #pastinasoup #italiancooking #comfortfood #homemadesoup #easysouprecipes #italianrecipes #souprecipeoftheday #quickdinners #soupszn #pastinawithegg #traditionalitalian #parmesanlovers #familycomfortfood #classicitalian #brothbasedsoup #lightmeals #kidfriendlysoup #cheesysoup #italiansoups #pastinalove This Classic Italian Pastina Soup is the comfort food your soul’s been craving Simple, warm, and ready in 15 minutes!

French Onion Soup Gratinée Classic French Onion Soup with Caramelized Onions and Melted Gruyère Ingredients: 6 large yellow onions, thinly sliced 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon sugar 4 cloves garlic, minced 8 cups beef broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option) 1 cup dry white wine (optional) 2 bay leaves 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme) Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1 baguette, sliced 2 cups grated Gruyère cheese Directions: In a large heavy-bottomed pot, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced onions and sugar. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 40-45 minutes until onions are deep golden brown and caramelized. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. Pour in white wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let it simmer until wine reduces by half. Add beef broth, bay leaves, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove bay leaves. Preheat oven broiler. Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls. Place baguette slices on top, then generously cover with grated Gruyère. Place bowls on a baking sheet and broil until cheese is bubbly and golden brown, about 3-5 minutes. Watch carefully to avoid burning. Serve hot and enjoy the comforting layers of rich, savory soup with cheesy crust. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 1 hour | Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Kcal: 380 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #frenchonionsoup #onionsoup #frenchcuisine #comfortfood #gruyerecheese #caramelizedonions #souprecipe #classicrecipes #souplover #broiledcheese #frenchfood #homemadesoup #winterwarmers #cheesycomfort #breadandsoup #heartymeal #slowcookedonions #gourmetcomfortfood #soupseason #easyfrenchrecipe Warm up with a bowl of French Onion Soup Gratinée—caramelized onions, savory broth, and melty Gruyère cheese on toasted baguette. Pure comfort!

Golden Potato Soup Creamy Golden Potato Soup with Leeks and Fresh Herbs Ingredients: 4 large golden potatoes, peeled and diced 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 leeks, white and light green parts only, sliced and rinsed 3 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth) 1 cup heavy cream 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme) Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Fresh chives, chopped (for garnish) Optional: crispy bacon bits or shredded cheddar cheese for topping Directions: In a large pot, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add leeks and garlic, sautéing until soft and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes. Add diced potatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. Using an immersion blender or regular blender (in batches), puree the soup until smooth and creamy. Stir in the heavy cream and thyme. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Warm through without boiling. Serve hot, garnished with fresh chives and optional bacon or cheese. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 280 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings #potatosoup #comfortfood #creamsoup #souprecipes #vegetablesoup #heartymeals #homemadesoup #easyrecipes #winterwarmers #souplover #veggiecomfort #goldenpotatoes #soupseason #cozymeals #leeksoup #healthycomfortfood #onepotmeal #soupandbread #quickdinner #foodie Warm up your soul with this creamy Golden Potato Soup—rich, velvety, and perfect for chilly days!