Description
Comfort meets convenience in this hearty Potato & Hamburger Soup, blending rich ground beef with tender potatoes in a velvety broth. Perfectly balanced flavors and simple ingredients make this soup a satisfying meal for chilly evenings you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 medium potatoes (peeled and diced)
- ¼ cup chopped green onions or parsley (for garnish)
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 3 cups chicken or beef broth
- 2 cups milk (whole or 2%)
- 1 cup heavy cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Brown the hamburger meat in a spacious cooking vessel, breaking it into small crumbles until no pink remains. Carefully drain accumulated fat, then transfer meat to a separate dish.
- Return the same pot to the stovetop and melt butter, creating a glossy surface. Introduce chopped onions and minced garlic, sautéing until they transform into a translucent, fragrant blend.
- Sprinkle flour over the aromatic onion mixture, stirring continuously to create a smooth, thick base that will serve as the soup’s thickening agent.
- Gradually pour in chicken broth and milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps and ensure a silky, consistent texture develops.
- Add diced potatoes to the liquid mixture, allowing them to simmer gently until they reach a tender, almost creamy consistency.
- Reintroduce the previously cooked hamburger to the pot, stirring to integrate the meat evenly throughout the soup.
- Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and any preferred herbs, adjusting flavors to create a harmonious and robust profile.
- Allow the soup to simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes, enabling the flavors to meld and intensify.
- Before serving, garnish with shredded cheese and optional fresh chives, creating a visually appealing and deliciously rich meal.
Notes
- Opt for lean ground beef to reduce excess fat and create a healthier soup base without compromising flavor.
- Consider using a potato masher to create a slightly thicker texture, allowing some potatoes to break down and naturally thicken the soup.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like sharp cheddar or smoked gouda to add depth and complexity to the creamy soup.
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter or vegetarian alternative that still provides protein and satisfying texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg