Creamy Potato Hamburger Soup Recipe: Crockpot Comfort Food at Its Coziest
Creamy potato hamburger soup made in the crockpot with ground beef, tender potatoes, and cheddar cheese—perfect for a hearty and comforting family dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef
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4 cups diced potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet)
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1 small onion, diced
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2 carrots, diced
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2 celery stalks, chopped (optional)
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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4 cups chicken or beef broth (low sodium)
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1 tsp paprika
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Salt and pepper to taste
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2 tbsp butter
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2 tbsp all-purpose flour
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1½ cups milk or half-and-half
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1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
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2 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
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Brown ground beef in a skillet. Drain fat.
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Add beef, potatoes, onions, carrots, celery, and garlic to crockpot.
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Pour in broth. Season with paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir.
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Cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours until potatoes are tender.
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In a saucepan, melt butter. Whisk in flour, then milk. Cook until thick.
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Stir in cheese until melted. Pour into crockpot.
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Cook for another 20–30 minutes uncovered on LOW.
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Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
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For thicker soup, mash some potatoes or use cornstarch.
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Substitute ground turkey or chicken for beef.
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Add peas or corn for extra vegetables.
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Freeze before adding dairy for best results.