Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup Recipe
This Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup is a comforting and hearty dish featuring tender diced potatoes, savory browned ground beef, and a rich, creamy broth enriched with cheddar cheese. Perfect for chilly days, this easy-to-make soup combines simple ingredients for a satisfying meal that can be customized to your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 or lean)
- 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or beef broth (low-sodium)
- 2 cups milk (or heavy cream for creamier texture)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Optional Toppings
- Chopped green onions
- Crispy bacon bits
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Heat a large soup pot over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook it thoroughly while breaking it into small pieces until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess grease and set the beef aside, leaving about 1 tablespoon of drippings in the pot for flavor.
- Sauté the Aromatics: In the same pot with the drippings, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until soft and fragrant, which builds a savory base for your soup.
- Make the Roux: Add butter to the pot and melt it. Then sprinkle in the all-purpose flour and cook for 1-2 minutes while stirring constantly to form a roux, which will help thicken the soup.
- Add Broth and Potatoes: Gradually pour in the chicken or beef broth while stirring to avoid lumps. Add the diced potatoes along with salt and pepper, then bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer Potatoes: Reduce heat to a gentle simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Add Creaminess and Cheese: Stir in the milk (or heavy cream) and shredded cheddar cheese. Allow the cheese to melt completely and simmer the soup for an additional 5 minutes for the flavors to meld together. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with optional toppings such as chopped green onions, crispy bacon bits, or fresh parsley. Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, mash some of the cooked potatoes before adding milk and cheese.
- Substitute ground turkey or sausage for the ground beef for a different protein option.
- Use heavy cream instead of milk to achieve a richer, creamier texture.
- Add extra vegetables like carrots, celery, spinach, or frozen peas to increase nutrition and color.
- For a low-carb variation, replace potatoes with cauliflower florets.
- Spice it up with red pepper flakes, paprika, or cayenne pepper if you prefer heat.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat gently on stove to prevent cream separation.
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