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Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup

A comforting and creamy soup made with ground beef, potatoes, and cheddar cheese, perfect for cozy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soups
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 4 cups diced potatoes (about 3 medium potatoes)
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic gives it that extra flavor boost.
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1.5 cups milk
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 3 tbsp butter Use unsalted butter so you can control the salt.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Toppings
  • chopped green onions
  • crumbled bacon
  • extra shredded cheese

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the ground beef. Brown it while breaking it up with a spoon.
  2. Drain any excess fat, set the beef aside, and wipe the pot lightly if needed. Melt the butter in the same pot.
  3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Stir and cook until they soften and smell sweet, about 2–3 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Sprinkle in the flour and stir constantly for about 1 minute until the flour turns a light golden color.
  2. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and then add the milk. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  3. Add the diced potatoes and simmer until they are tender, about 10–15 minutes.
  4. Stir the cooked ground beef back into the pot, then add the shredded cheddar and heavy cream. Cook, stirring, until the cheese melts and the soup turns thick and creamy.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls and top with green onions, bacon, or extra cheese if desired.

Notes

For time-saving, cut your potatoes into small, even cubes. If the soup looks grainy after adding dairy, whisk vigorously or add a splash more milk. Stir in a spoonful of Dijon mustard or a pinch of smoked paprika for extra flavor.