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Low Carb Bacon Cheeseburger Soup

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A creamy and rich low carb soup that comes together in just a few minutes using leftover grilled cheeseburgers. 

The Best Bacon Cheeseburger Keto Soup

Leftover Low Carb Keto Cheeseburger Soup - THM S Meal for a Healthy Lunch or Dinner
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Burgers are a staple of summertime. Soup usually makes me think Fall and Winter. But when I am eating low carb, soups are such an easy way to get a satisfying and simple meal.

So I broke the rules and ate soup in the 90 degree heat. I have air conditioning and I lived through it (and loved it)!

This low carb bacon cheeseburger soup was made even easier and more flavorful by using leftover cheeseburgers from the night before.

My husband grilled cheeseburgers the night before and we had one of our staple dinners, Cheeseburger Salad. The next day at lunch I was trying to find something quick and tasty. I saw the leftover burgers and it hit me. I could make a low carb bacon cheeseburger soup, use my leftovers, and have a yummy meal. Win.

Low Carb Bacon Cheeseburger Soup

We follow the Trim Healthy Mama plan at our house so this is a THM S Meal because of the cheese, cream and red meat. If you follow another low carb plan, this will fit within that or your Keto lifestyle. (See how I lost 22 lbs postpartum in 3 months with THM)

While looking at recipes, I first saw a cheeseburger soup on i Save A 2 Z. I made some small modifications and added in leftovers to make this soup delicious and budget friendly by using leftovers.

Start by prepping your bacon. Make this even easier by using bacon bits that you already have or cook your bacon in your soup stock pot to make it a one pot meal like I did.

Uncooked Bacon

The Leftovers

Chop your leftover cheeseburgers up into bite size pieces.

You can use cooked ground beef in the soup but the leftover burgers really amp up the flavor of the soup. Plus you get to use up leftovers from your bbq! Don’t let your money get tossed out by not eating your leftovers.

Chopped Leftover Grilled Cheeseburger

Add your butter, seasonings, bone broth, marinara and shredded cheese. I use the Bone beef broth from Walmart as an easy way to increase the nutritional value. Add your cream cheese.

Low carb bacon cheeseburger soup simmering

My cheese grater broke recently so I had to get creative with my pot strainer to get my cheese shredded! It wasn’t easy but it worked. There is a hack for you if yours breaks too! Do what you have to do to get dinner on the table! #momlife

Low Carb Cheeseburger soup with Grated Cheese

Add your chopped burgers and bacon bits. Next, add in your heavy cream and simmer it all together. (Don’t mind my amazing clip on spoon that is taking up 1/2 the picture!)

Cream added to Cheeseburger Soup

Cheeseburger Soup Toppings

Top the soup with your choice of dill pickle slices (sounds weird but so good), more shredded cheese and sliced jalapenos.

Low Carb Cheeseburger Soup - Keto - THM S Meal Using Leftover Burgers

Your leftover low carb bacon cheeseburger soup is rich and decadent. The leftover burgers really give this soup a burger in a bowl taste. I hope you try it to use your leftovers and have a yummy lunch or dinner for the family. Don’t forget to see the can’t miss cheesy salsa chicken recipe that also fits with Keto/low carb/ THM S. And if you are looking for more ways to use your leftovers,  here are 5 ways to use your chicken.

 

 

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 Low Carb Bacon Cheeseburger Soup
Leftover Low Carb Bacon Cheeseburger Soup Cover
Course Soup
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings
Ingredients
Course Soup
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings
Ingredients
Leftover Low Carb Bacon Cheeseburger Soup Cover
Instructions
  1. Cook your bacon until desired consistency. (I did this until cooked through but not completely crisp). Tear or chop into bacon bit pieces.
  2. Chop your cooked cheeseburgers into bite sized pieces. If using ground beef, cook and drain off any fat.
  3. Add butter, spices, bone broth, mustard, shredded cheese and marinara and simmer over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
  4. Add cream cheese to the mixture and allow it to melt into the soup for about 5 minutes or until completely melted. (You can let this simmer longer to allow the flavors to develop more if you would like).
  5. Add the heavy cream.
  6. Add the cheeseburgers and bacon bits.
  7. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  8. Garnish with additional shredded cheese, jalapeno slices, and dill pickle slices.

Simple Turkey Ham and Beans THM E Meal Under 15 Minutes

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 A simple THM E turkey ham and beans skillet meal that is made in under 15 minutes. Perfect for busy work week meals. 

THM E Beans and Turkey Ham Lunch or LIght dinner

Why are E meals hard? They don’t have to be, but you need a good list of easy, “go to” E meals. This ham and beans THM E meal uses lean turkey ham to stay within the fat limit of an E Meal and you can put it together in less than 15 minutes.

Another easy E meal to add to your list is this No Sugar Added Baked Georgia Peach Oatmeal.

We often eat these beansfor an easy lunch or a light dinner. I love it because not only is it quick, it is also cheap.

The turkey ham will last us multiple meals and the beans are usually less than .60 a can. So for less than $2-$3 (depending on how much ham you use), I can feed 2 adults and a child lunch. Now try to tell me Trim Healthy Mama costs too much! I love finding ways to eat healthy and cheap!    

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Ham and Beans THM E Meal

If you are from the South, a big pot of beans with a huge ham hock simmering all day is something you probably grew up watching your mama or grandmama stirring on Sunday. It is simple comfort food.

I took that memory and modified it a little to meet the THM E meal guidelines. Now I can have (turkey) ham and beans in a healthy carb setting without all the added fat.

Since the turkey ham is already cooked, you are really just warming up your ingredients. Quick and easy.

Dice the ham and turn your burner to medium/low. Spray the pan with non-stick spray and add your ham. In a separate pot, add your beans on medium/low to simmer.

Uncooked Turkey Ham

Cook the turkey ham until you get the pieces browned.

Browned Turkey Ham

Transfer the turkey ham into the pot with your beans. Add in the seasoning and cook for about 5 more minutes to allow the flavors to merry together. The seasonings just amp up the flavor of this simple ham and beans THM E Meal.

Ham & Beans THM E Meal Simmering

Serve that easy ham and beans THM E meal up to your family. My 4 year old & 8 month old both eat this with no complaints. Winner Winner ham and beans THM E meal dinner!

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 Turkey Ham and Northern Beans Simple THM E Meal Under 15 Minutes
Course Main Dish
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings
Ingredients
Course Main Dish
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Dice the turkey ham into the desired bite size pieces. Open can of beans and place them into a pot to simmer on medium/low (do not drain). Spray a second skillet and add diced ham. Brown the turkey ham on medium low. This step isn't necessary but it adds a nice flavor to the dish. Add the browned turkey ham to the beans. Add in seasonings and simmer for 5 minutes or so to meld the flavors.

The only thing that would make this better is a big chunk of crusty cornbread. I may just have to try a Trim Healthy Mama cornbread soon. Did you grow up eating ham and beans?

Turkey Ham And Beans THM E Meal

No Sugar Added Baked Georgia Peach Oatmeal

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My daughter is currently obsessed with “dinosaur oatmeal.” The package boasts little dino eggs that “hatch” once you add the hot water to the packet. While I don’t mind her eating this on occasion, I love it when she eats something a little more wholesome. I tried this no sugar added baked Georgia peach oatmeal on her the other day. The Verdict: She loved it! Ate the entire bowl with no complaints.

No Sugar Added Baked Peach Oatmeal THM E Cover

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And since I am following Trim Healthy Mama, I am always looking for good and easy E meals. The firm, bar-like texture provides a tasty breakfast that I can make on Sunday and warm up all week. Not only is it an easy “E” meal, it is also cheap! More on that in a bit! (And if you have no clue what Trim Healthy Mama is, you can read about how it helped me lose 22 lbs postpartum here).

Inexpensive Meal Option

I think everyone knows that oatmeal is cheap. But when you just eat a bowl of mushy oatmeal, it kind of tastes cheap too. I mean, besides my daughter and her happy hatching oatmeal, who else gets excited about oatmeal? Well I do when it is baked! It completely changes the game and texture. I can get excited about it when it is good & cheap.

.60 Bananas

.34 Organic Applesauce

1.25 Oats

.08 Almond milk

1.38 Peaches

$3.65 makes the whole pan of No Sugar Added Baked Georgia Peach Oatmeal

$5.19 – that is the cost of one breakfast meal at my favorite fast food chain

One will feed my whole family and is full of good grains and fruit. The other is full of who knows what kind of preservatives and fat. It also would cost more than $20 to feed a family of four breakfast!

No Sugar Added Baked Georgia Peach Oatmeal

Finding sugar free recipes can be really difficult. I was thrilled to find a baked oatmeal recipe on Sugarplum’s Kitchen that had zero added sugar. I made just a few minor changes to make it Trim Healthy Mama compliant.

Ya’ll I have made this twice in one week. It is good. It is an “E” meal and we all know “E” meals are a little more difficult to come up with so I love that I can prep once and eat on it all week.

Peel 3 Ripe Bananas

The riper the better. Since this recipe is sugar free, you are relying on the natural sweetness of the fruit.

Bananas in a Blue Bowl

Mash the Bananas

Use a fork and smash the bananas until there are no large chunks left. It will still be lumpy.

Mashed bananas

Add Ingredients & Mix

Add the remaining ingredients except for the peaches and mix until well incorporated.

Oatmeal Mixture

Place in Baking Dish

Spread your oatmeal mixture into the prepared baking dish.

Baked oatmeal in dish pre baking

Add Sliced Peaches

Slice your juicy Georgia peaches up into thin slices and place them on top of your oatmeal.

Baked Oatmeal topped with Peaches Pre Bake

Bake

Bake the no sugar added baked Georgia peach oatmeal for 25-30 minutes in a 9×9 pan. Mine was perfectly golden brown and set at about 28 minutes. You can cook it in a 9×13 pan for 20 minutes to yield a thinner product. I prefer the thicker squares that you get in the 9×9 pan.

Baked Oatmeal topped with Peaches Baked

Cool and Slice

Allow the baked oatmeal to cool for 5 minutes. Slice into squares and serve. I like to add a dallop of plain greek yogurt to mine for some added protein. My daughter likes hers with a splash of milk.

No sugar added THM E Baked Peach oatmeal with Greek Yogurt Serving

The end result is a mildly sweet oatmeal that will leave you full and satisfied. Healthy carbs combined with low fat make this a nice Trim Healthy Mama “E” option.

If you need some other THM meal ideas, check out my protein packed “S” Salad, 6 THM lunches to take to work, Salmon Cream Cheese Sushi Roll Ups, and 5 THM meals to make with leftover chicken.

Print Recipe
 No Sugar Added Baked Peach Oatmeal
No Sugar Added Baked Peach Oatmeal THM E Cover
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Breakfast
Keyword breakfast, Oatmeal
Prep Time 10
Cook Time 25-30
Servings
Ingredients
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Breakfast
Keyword breakfast, Oatmeal
Prep Time 10
Cook Time 25-30
Servings
Ingredients
No Sugar Added Baked Peach Oatmeal THM E Cover
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Mash the bananas with a fork until there are no large lumps.
  3. Add all other ingredients except for the peaches. Stir until well incorporated.
  4. Spread the mixture into a prepared 9x9 glass baking dish.
  5. Slice the peaches into thin segments (you can leave the skin on). Lay the thinly sliced peaches on top of the oatmeal.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Mine was perfect at about 28 minutes. The edges should be lightly brown and the oatmeal firm.
  7. Let cool for about 5 minutes. Cut into squares and serve.

I hope you enjoyed this no sugar added baked Georgia Peach oatmeal!