Description
This Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup is a hearty, comforting one-pot meal made with ground beef, tender potatoes, carrots, and melted cheddar in a creamy broth. It’s the ultimate cold-weather comfort food that’s easy to prepare and packed with flavor. Great for weeknight dinners or cozy weekends!
Ingredients
- Ground beef
- Unsalted butter
- Yellow onion, diced
- Garlic cloves, minced
- All-purpose flour
- Chicken or beef broth
- Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- Carrots, diced
- Whole milk
- Heavy cream
- Cheddar cheese, shredded
- Salt and black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Remove beef and set aside, leaving the drippings.
- Add butter to the pot. Once melted, sauté diced onion until translucent. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Sprinkle in flour and stir constantly for 2 minutes to create a roux.
- Slowly whisk in broth until smooth. Add potatoes and carrots.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 15–20 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in milk and heavy cream. Do not boil. Add shredded cheddar and stir until fully melted and smooth.
- Return cooked beef to the pot, season with salt and pepper, and serve hot with optional parsley garnish.
Notes
- Add corn or peas for extra veggies.
- Use red pepper flakes or jalapeños for heat.
- Try Monterey Jack or cheese blends for different flavor profiles.
- For freezer storage, omit dairy and add fresh after reheating.
