Leek & Minced Meat Soup

Leek & Minced Meat Soup

Germany's party soup classic

By RecipesQueen Kitchen • June 11, 2026

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 25 min
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Easy
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A hearty, cheesy soup with browned minced meat and tender leeks — Germany's number one party soup.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 3 large leeks, sliced
  • 7 oz processed cheese spread
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 onion, diced

Instructions

  1. 1

    Brown ground beef with onion. Season with paprika.

  2. 2

    Add leeks and broth. Simmer 15 minutes until leeks are tender.

  3. 3

    Stir in cheese spread until melted and smooth.