Description
Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup is a rich and hearty meal combining ground beef, creamy potatoes, and melted cheese in a savory broth. Perfect for weeknight dinners or comforting meals on cold days, this soup is quick to prepare and loved by all.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh chives, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot and brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in diced potatoes, chicken broth, and smoked paprika. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- In a small pan, melt butter, whisk in flour, and cook until golden. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
- Stir the roux into the soup along with heavy cream, cheddar, and Parmesan cheese. Cook on low heat until cheese melts.
- Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh chives and serve hot.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey for beef and use low-fat milk.
- Add diced carrots or celery for extra nutrition.
- Avoid curdling the cheese by keeping the soup on low heat after adding dairy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Creamy hamburger soup, Potato cheese soup, Cheeseburger soup, Comfort food soup