Introduction
Prepare to warm up your soul with this hearty Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup. It’s an ultimate comfort food, delectably merged with ground beef, potatoes, and melted cheese, perfect for those chilly winter nights that call for a comforting and warm meal that satiates your palate.
Why Make This Recipe
This recipe is great for a hearty family dinner. It’s a bowl full of nutrition – loaded with proteins from beef, carbs from potatoes, and a flavorsome taste from the sharp cheddar cheese. It’s easy to make, taking you barely an hour, and worth every single minute spent.
How to Make Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup
Ingredients
– 1 lb ground beef
– 1 medium onion, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 4 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
– 4 cups chicken broth
– 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
– 1 cup milk
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Optional: chopped parsley and more cheese for garnish
Directions
1. Heat up your large pot over medium heat with olive oil. Toss in onions and garlic, and sauté until onions turn translucent.
2. Throw in your ground beef, break it with a spoon and leave it till it turns brown. Get rid of the fat.
3. Mix in your diced potatoes and chicken broth. Make it boil, then simmer down to have the potatoes become soft in about 20 minutes.
4. In a small bowl, bring together milk, heavy cream, and flour by whisking them well. Stir this mixture into your soup.
5. Now it’s time for the shredded cheddar cheese, hotpot constant stirring until the cheese melts and soup turns thicker. Add salt and pepper as per your taste.
6. Time to serve hot, sprinkling more cheese and freshly chopped parsley for garnish if you like.
How to Serve Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup
Serve your Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup hot. A warm bowl of this soup accompanied by toasted crusty bread acts as a whole meal. A garnish of green onions or fresh parsley with a little more sprinkle of cheese on top serves perfectly.
How to Store Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup
You can refrigerate this soup in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Just heat the soup on low when it’s time to serve.
Tips to Make Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup
1. Stir the milk and cheese slowly in soup to avoid curdles
2. Drain out fat completely from browned beef to avoid greasiness
3. Adjust salt and pepper according to taste
Variations
You could replace ground beef with ground turkey for a healthier version.
FAQs
1. Can I replace ground beef with any other meat?
Yes, ground turkey or chicken are other options that you can experiment with.
2. Can I freeze this soup?
Yes, you can freeze it but make sure to do that before adding milk and cheese to avoid separation.
3. How can I thicken this soup?
You could use cornstarch mixed in a little water to thicken the soup.