Creamy Potato Hamburger Soup (Crockpot)
Creamy Potato Hamburger Soup (Crockpot) is a comforting, hearty soup made with ground beef, potatoes, and a creamy broth, perfect for family dinners.
Servings: 6 servings
Equipment
- Crockpot
- Skillet
- Cutting Board
- Knife
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef Raw, browned before adding to crockpot.
- 4 large Potatoes Peeled and diced into small cubes.
- 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
- 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
- 4 cups Chicken broth Low sodium preferred.
- 1 cup Heavy cream Room temperature.
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese Freshly shredded for best melt.
- 1 cup Sour cream Optional, for extra creaminess.
- 2 cups Mixed vegetables Carrots, peas, and corn, thawed if frozen.
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces with a spoon or spatula.
- Season the beef with salt, pepper, and paprika while it cooks.
- Drain excess fat from the skillet and set the browned beef aside.
- Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes so they cook evenly in the crockpot.
- Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic; set aside.
- Prepare mixed vegetables: if using frozen, thaw and drain any excess water.
- Place the browned beef in the crockpot, then add diced potatoes, chopped onion, minced garlic, and mixed vegetables.
- Pour in chicken broth, ensuring all ingredients are submerged — add a little more broth if needed.
- Set the crockpot to low and cook for 6 to 8 hours, or set to high and cook for 3 to 4 hours. Stir occasionally if possible.
- In the last hour of cooking, stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until the cheese melts and the soup becomes creamy.
- Optional: stir in sour cream for an even richer texture.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. If the soup is too thick, add a splash of broth or milk to reach desired consistency.
- Garnish with additional shredded cheese and chopped fresh herbs like parsley or chives before serving.
Notes
For best results, use freshly shredded cheese and avoid adding dairy too early to prevent curdling.