Description
This Crockpot Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup is a hearty and comforting dish perfect for chilly days. The recipe combines ground beef, tender potatoes, and a rich, creamy broth made with heavy cream and cheddar cheese. It’s an easy, set-it-and-forget-it meal that delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)
- Chopped green onions or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef: Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat and transfer to the crockpot.
- Prepare the Vegetables: Add diced onions, minced garlic, and diced potatoes to the crockpot. Pour in beef broth and water.
- Season the Soup: Add thyme, parsley, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Add the Cream and Cheese: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese. If desired, thicken the soup with a flour slurry.
- Serve and Garnish: Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with green onions or parsley and serve with crusty bread or a side salad.
Notes
- Choosing Potatoes: Russet potatoes work best for a creamy texture, while Yukon Gold potatoes offer a chunkier consistency.
- Adding Vegetables: For added nutrition, include diced carrots, celery, or corn.
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days and reheat gently with additional broth or milk if necessary.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: Soup
- Method: Crockpot/Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 85mg