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Crockpot Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup

Crockpot Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup
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Crockpot Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup is a warm, hearty, and satisfying meal combining tender potatoes, savory ground hamburger, and a rich, creamy broth. Perfect for busy days, it features easy prep with ingredients tossed into a slow cooker, resulting in comforting, flavorful soup that pleases the whole family.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground hamburger
  • 4 cups cubed potatoes (Yukon Gold or red potatoes recommended)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth or stock (gluten-free if needed)
  • 1 cup sour cream or cream cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or your choice)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Optional Vegetables

  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1/2 cup chopped carrots

Optional Add-Ins for Variations

  • Bacon bits for topping
  • Cayenne or chili powder to taste
  • Ground turkey instead of hamburger
  • Sautéed mushrooms or lentils for vegetarian version

Instructions

  1. Brown the hamburger: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground hamburger until fully browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat to prevent greasiness and enhance flavor.
  2. Prepare the vegetables: While the meat cooks, peel and cube the potatoes, chop the onion, garlic, and any optional veggies like celery or carrots. Keep pieces roughly uniform for even cooking.
  3. Combine ingredients in the crockpot: Layer the browned hamburger, potatoes, onions, garlic, beef broth, salt, pepper, and paprika into the crockpot. Stir gently to combine everything evenly.
  4. Slow cook to perfection: Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours until potatoes are tender and flavors have melded.
  5. Add the creamy finish: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in sour cream or cream cheese and shredded cheese until melted and fully incorporated, creating a smooth and creamy texture.

Notes

  • Brown your meat first to lock in flavor and avoid flat tasting soup.
  • Cut potatoes evenly to ensure uniform cooking and avoid mushiness.
  • Use low and slow cooking for deeper flavor development and tender potatoes.
  • Add cheese last to prevent curdling and keep soup creamy.
  • Use good-quality beef broth as the foundation for overall taste.
  • Drain excess fat from ground beef if it has higher fat content to keep soup from becoming greasy.
  • Store leftovers in airtight containers refrigerated up to 3 days or freeze up to 3 months.
  • Reheat gently on stovetop, adding broth or water if too thick.

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Keywords: crockpot soup, creamy potato soup, hamburger soup, slow cooker recipe, comfort food, easy dinner, gluten free soup

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