Description
This Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup is a hearty, creamy comfort dish made with ground beef, tender potatoes, and sharp cheddar cheese. Perfect for cold nights or busy weekdays, it’s a satisfying one-pot meal that brings all the cozy flavors together with minimal effort.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
4 cups diced potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet)
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups beef broth
1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 tbsp butter
1/2 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain excess fat and set aside.
- In the same pot, melt butter and sauté diced onion until translucent. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Sprinkle in flour, stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.
- Slowly pour in beef broth while stirring to avoid lumps. Add potatoes, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 15-20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Return beef to the pot. Stir in heavy cream, then gradually add shredded cheese until melted.
- Adjust seasoning as needed. Mash some potatoes slightly for thicker texture if desired.
- Serve hot with extra cheese and fresh parsley on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner