Description
Hearty cheesy hamburger potato soup showcases comfort in a bowl with robust flavors from ground beef and creamy potatoes. Rich ingredients blend seamlessly, promising warmth and satisfaction for hungry families seeking a delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground beef
Main Vegetables:
- 4 cups (946 milliliters) diced potatoes
- 1 medium onion, diced
Dairy and Seasoning:
- 2 cups (473 milliliters) milk
- 2 cups (226 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) butter
- 2 tablespoons (16 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Liquid:
- 3 cups (710 milliliters) chicken or beef broth
Seasoning:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sizzle ground beef in a spacious pot over medium heat until thoroughly browned, eliminating any accumulated fat.
- Using the identical pot, dissolve butter and gently cook onions until translucent and softened.
- Sprinkle flour into the mixture, continuously stirring to develop a golden roux foundation, then gradually incorporate broth and milk, whisking consistently to establish a silky, uniform liquid.
- Introduce diced potatoes along with seasonings, allowing the mixture to gently bubble for 15-20 minutes until potatoes reach a tender consistency.
- Integrate the previously prepared ground beef and gradually fold in shredded cheddar, stirring until cheese completely melts and creates a luxurious, velvety texture.
- Ladle the steaming soup into serving bowls, optionally embellishing with crisp bacon fragments, freshly chopped green onions, or an additional cheese sprinkle for enhanced flavor complexity.
Notes
- Swap ground beef for lean turkey or plant-based crumbles to reduce fat and create a lighter version of the soup.
- Create a gluten-free option by using cornstarch instead of flour when making the roux and ensuring broth is gluten-free.
- Maximize flavor by using freshly grated cheese instead of pre-shredded, which can contain anti-caking agents that impact melting quality.
- Cut potatoes into uniform small cubes to ensure even cooking and prevent some pieces from becoming mushy while others remain undercooked.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 357 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg