🍲🧀 Slow Cooker Cheesy Burger Flavored Soup 🍲🧀

Savor the comforting embrace of a cheesy delight that brings warmth to any mealtime gathering!

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup milk or heavy cream
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 4 cups diced potatoes
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 4 cups beef broth
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 lb ground beef

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳
1. Start by browning the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
2. Transfer the cooked beef to your slow cooker.
3. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, beef broth, diced carrots, diced celery, diced potatoes, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
4. Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the vegetables are tender.
5. About 30 minutes before you're ready to serve, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flavor.
6. Gradually add the milk or heavy cream to the saucepan, continuously whisking until the mixture becomes smooth and thick.
7. Pour the milk mixture into the slow cooker and add the shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until the cheese is completely melted and the soup becomes creamy.
8. Just before serving, stir in the sour cream to add a rich, tangy flavor to the soup. Adjust seasonings to taste.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎
- Calories: 350 kcal per serving
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Protein: 21g
- Fat: 20g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡
For a lighter version, you can substitute the heavy cream with whole milk or a plant-based alternative. Also, feel free to add more vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers for added flavor and nutrients.

⏳ Preparation Time 🕐
- Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Serving: 6 servings

Enjoy this luscious, cheesy burger soup that's guaranteed to be a hit at any family dinner or cozy night in!