Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup

Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup is a comforting, hearty meal that’s perfect for colder days or when you need something filling and delicious. Here’s a simple recipe to make this savory soup:

Ingredients:

1 lb ground beef

1 medium onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced

2 carrots, peeled and diced

2 celery stalks, diced

4 cups beef broth or chicken broth

1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)

1/2 tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)

1/2 tsp paprika

1/4 tsp dried thyme

1 cup heavy cream or half and half

2 tbsp butter

1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (optional)

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

1 tbsp oil (for sautéing)Go to the next page to complete the recipe!!

Instructions:

1.Prepare Ingredients: Dice the vegetables and set aside. If using, grate the cheese and set it aside as well.

2.Brown the Beef: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until it’s no longer pink, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks. Once browned, remove the beef from the pot and set aside, leaving behind any rendered fat.

3.Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot, add butter, onions, and garlic. Sauté until onions are translucent. Add the carrots and celery, and continue to sauté for another 5 minutes or until the vegetables begin to soften.

4.Add Potatoes and Broth: Add the diced potatoes to the pot along with the beef broth. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.

5.Simmer: Cover and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

6.Return Beef: Once the potatoes are cooked, add the browned ground beef back to the pot.

7.Add Cream: Reduce heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream (or half and half) until the soup is creamy. If you’re using cheese, now’s the time to stir that in too. Let the soup warm through for another 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

8.Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve hot with a side of crusty bread or a salad for a complete meal.

Enjoy your Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup!