Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup: A Beginner’s Guide to Comfort Food Heaven
This Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food. Creamy, cheesy, and packed with savory ground beef and tender potatoes, it’s perfect for a cozy night in.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups potatoes, diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent the garlic from burning. Sautéing the aromatics creates a flavorful base for the soup.
- Cook the Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the pot, breaking it up with a spoon or spatula as it cooks. Continue cooking until the beef is browned and fully cooked through. Drain any excess grease from the pot. Browning the ground beef adds flavor to the soup.
- Add Potatoes and Broth: Stir in the diced potatoes and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender. Simmering the potatoes in broth infuses them with flavor and creates a delicious base for the soup. You can test the potatoes for tenderness by piercing them with a fork. They should be easily pierced when they are done.
- Add Milk and Cream: Pour in the milk and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Allow the soup to heat through, but avoid letting it boil. Heating the milk and cream too much can cause them to curdle.
- Melt the Cheese: Gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese to the pot, stirring constantly until the cheese is fully melted and the soup is smooth. Adding the cheese gradually and stirring constantly will prevent it from clumping.
- Season and Simmer: Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Let the soup simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the soup to thicken slightly. Simmering the soup allows the flavors to deepen and the soup to thicken naturally.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot. For extra flavor, garnish with more shredded cheese, crispy bacon bits, or sliced green onions if desired.
Notes
- Use any type of potato.
- Add other vegetables.
- Adjust cheese and seasonings.