Crockpot Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup
Crockpot Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup is a comforting and hearty dish that’s perfect for those chilly days when you need something warm and satisfying. This rich, creamy soup is loaded with tender potatoes, savory ground beef, and flavorful vegetables, all simmered together in a slow cooker to create a meal that's sure to please the whole family.
Yield: 6
Materials
- - 1 pound ground beef
- - 1 large onion chopped
- - 2 cloves garlic minced
- - 4 large potatoes peeled and diced
- - 3 large carrots sliced
- - 2 celery stalks sliced
- - 4 cups chicken or beef broth
- - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- - 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- - 1 teaspoon paprika
- - Salt and pepper to taste
- - 1 cup heavy cream
- - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- - 1 cup milk
- - 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water optional, for thickening
- - Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
- - Extra shredded cheddar cheese for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Brown the Ground Beef
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat until it’s no longer pink.
- Drain any excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Step 2: Prepare the Crockpot
- Transfer the browned beef mixture to the crockpot.
- Add the diced potatoes, sliced carrots, celery, and broth.
- Stir in the thyme, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the vegetables are tender.
Step 3: Finish the Soup
- Once the vegetables are tender, stir in the heavy cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and milk.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, mix the cornstarch with water and stir it into the soup.
- Continue cooking on low for an additional 30 minutes, until the soup is creamy and slightly thickened.
Step 4: Serve
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley and extra shredded cheddar cheese.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.