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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, comforting slow cooker meal blending tender potatoes, seasoned ground hamburger, and a rich, creamy broth. Easy to prepare by tossing ingredients into a crockpot, it simmers to perfection for a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for chilly evenings or busy days. This budget-friendly, versatile soup can be customized with additional vegetables or proteins and is ideal for family dinners or meal prepping.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground hamburger
  • 4 cups potatoes, peeled and cubed (preferably russet)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup sour cream or heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp dried thyme or 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Brown the Hamburger: Start by browning your ground hamburger in a skillet over medium heat. Breaking it up ensures even cooking and maximum flavor before adding it to the crockpot.
  2. Prepare the Vegetables: Dice your potatoes and chop the onion and garlic finely. Having uniform pieces helps them cook evenly and blend beautifully in the final soup.
  3. Combine Ingredients in Crockpot: Layer the browned hamburger, potatoes, onion, garlic, seasonings, and beef broth into the crockpot. This combination forms the flavorful base that will slowly meld together.
  4. Slow Cook to Perfection: Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until the potatoes are tender and flavors are deeply combined.
  5. Add Cream and Cheese: About 15 minutes before serving, stir in sour cream or heavy cream along with shredded cheddar cheese. This step makes the soup irresistibly creamy and rich.
  6. Final Seasoning: Taste the soup and adjust salt, pepper, or herbs as needed to balance all those delicious flavors perfectly.

Notes

  • Use russet potatoes as they hold shape well and provide a creamy texture once cooked.
  • Don’t skip browning the hamburger to develop extra depth and caramelized flavor.
  • Add herbs early in the cooking process for fuller, well-rounded taste.
  • Add sour cream or cheese last and warm gently to prevent curdling.
  • If soup is too thin, thicken with a cornstarch slurry (mix cornstarch with cold water and stir into hot soup).

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Keywords: crockpot, slow cooker, creamy potato soup, hamburger soup, comfort food, easy dinner, hearty soup, family meal

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