Crockpot Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup
A rich and cheesy slow cooker soup loaded with ground beef, tender potatoes, and carrots. The ultimate comfort food for cold days.
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Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Equipment
- 1 Slow cooker (6-quart size)
- 1 Skillet (For browning beef)
- 1 Vegetable peeler (For potatoes and carrots)
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef - 85/15 ratio
- 4 large Russet potatoes - Peeled and cubed
- 3 large carrots - Sliced into rounds
- 1 stalk celery - Finely diced
- 1 medium yellow onion - Diced
- 3 cloves garlic - Minced
- 4 cups beef broth - Low sodium
- 1.5 cups whole milk - Or half-and-half
- 1 cup cheddar cheese - Shredded
- ½ cup sour cream - Adds tang and creaminess
- 3 tablespoon cornstarch - For thickening
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme - Savory herb
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley - Herbaceous note
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika - Adds depth
Instructions
- Brown ground beef and onion in a skillet; drain grease and stir in garlic.
- Add beef, potatoes, carrots, celery, broth, and spices to slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on Low for 7-8 hours or High for 3-4 hours until veggies are tender.
- Stir in cornstarch slurry, milk, and cheese; cook on High for 20 mins to thicken.
- Turn off heat, stir in sour cream, and serve warm with toppings.
Notes
Add the dairy ingredients at the very end to prevent curdling. Use Russet potatoes for the best texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 400g | Calories: 450kcal (23%) | Carbohydrates: 35g (12%) | Protein: 28g (56%) | Fat: 22g (34%) | Saturated Fat: 12g (75%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 85mg (28%) | Sodium: 890mg (39%) | Potassium: 950mg (27%) | Fiber: 4g (17%) | Sugar: 6g (7%) | Vitamin A: 4500IU (90%) | Vitamin C: 15mg (18%) | Calcium: 250mg (25%) | Iron: 4mg (22%)