Crockpot Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup Recipe
This Crockpot Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup is a rich, comforting, and hearty dish perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Featuring tender potatoes, ground beef, vegetables, and a creamy cheesy broth, it uses simple ingredients and slow cooking to deliver a flavorful, satisfying meal that tastes like it took hours to prepare.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 3 large carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 4 cups chicken or beef broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Creamy Additions
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Extra shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain any excess grease to avoid a greasy soup.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef and cook for 2–3 minutes until the onion is soft and fragrant, enhancing the flavor base.
- Add Ingredients to the Crockpot: Transfer the beef mixture to your crockpot. Add diced potatoes, sliced carrots, celery, broth, dried thyme, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Slow Cook: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until the vegetables are tender and flavors meld together perfectly.
- Add Creamy Ingredients: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the heavy cream, milk, and shredded cheddar cheese. For a thicker consistency, add the prepared cornstarch-water mixture at this time.
- Final Touches: Allow the soup to cook until it thickens and becomes creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley and extra shredded cheddar cheese for a beautiful presentation and added flavor.
Notes
- Cut potatoes evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
- Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting and flavor.
- Add dairy ingredients at the end to prevent curdling.
- For richer soup, substitute half-and-half for milk.
- If soup becomes too thick, thin with additional broth or milk as needed.
- The soup thickens further as it cools; stir before reheating.
- Blend a small portion of soup for a smoother texture, then stir back in.
- Fresh herbs at the end brighten and freshen the flavor.
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