Easy Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup Recipe

why make this recipe

Easy Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup is a comforting dish perfect for busy nights or cold days. It combines the hearty flavors of ground beef and fresh vegetables into a rich, creamy soup. This recipe is simple and quick to prepare, making it a family favorite. Plus, it can be made in a crockpot, allowing you to set it and forget it!

how to make Easy Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 4 medium russet potatoes, diced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until cooked through. Drain excess fat.
2. Add the browned beef to the crockpot along with the potatoes, onion, carrots, garlic, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour in the chicken broth until ingredients are covered.
4. Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3-4 hours until vegetables are tender.
5. Stir in the heavy cream before serving, allowing it to heat through for an additional 10 minutes.

how to serve Easy Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup

Serve the soup hot in bowls. You can add some fresh herbs like parsley or chives on top for garnish. It pairs well with crusty bread or a simple salad. Enjoy this warm, hearty meal with your family!

how to store Easy Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup

Leftover soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Just reheat it on the stove over low heat or in the microwave. If you want to keep it longer, you can freeze the soup for up to 3 months. To reheat, allow it to thaw in the fridge overnight and then heat until hot.

tips to make Easy Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup

• For added flavor, consider sautéing the onions and garlic before adding them to the crockpot.
• If you like a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes after cooking.
• You can use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version of this soup.

variation

Feel free to add other vegetables, such as peas or corn, to the soup. You can also use different types of broth, like vegetable broth, for a vegetarian option.

FAQs

Can I make this soup on the stovetop instead of a crockpot?
Yes, you can make this soup on the stovetop. Simply brown the beef in a pot, then add the other ingredients and simmer until the vegetables are tender.

Can I use frozen vegetables?
Yes, you can use frozen vegetables. Just add them to the crockpot in the last hour of cooking to maintain their texture.

Is this soup gluten-free?
Yes, this soup is gluten-free as long as you use gluten-free chicken broth.

Easy Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup

A comforting and hearty soup combining ground beef, fresh vegetables, and creamy goodness, perfect for busy nights or cold days.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 6 hours hrs

Total Time 6 hours hrs 15 minutes mins

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Main Course, Soup

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef You can use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
• 4 medium russet potatoes, diced For a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes after cooking.
• 1 medium onion, chopped Sautéing onion with garlic before adding to the crockpot adds extra flavor.
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth Vegetable broth can be used for a vegetarian option.
• 1 cup heavy cream
• to taste Salt and pepper

Method

 

Preparation

1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until cooked through. Drain excess fat.
2. Add the browned beef to the crockpot along with the potatoes, onion, carrots, garlic, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour in the chicken broth until ingredients are covered.

Cooking

1. Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3-4 hours until vegetables are tender.
2. Stir in the heavy cream before serving, allowing it to heat through for an additional 10 minutes.

Notes

Leftover soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stove over low heat or in the microwave.