Crockpot Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup Recipe
This hearty and comforting crockpot soup is a delicious combination of ground beef, potatoes, and creamy flavors. Perfect for a cold day, it’s easy to prepare and packed with flavor.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Ground beef | 1 pound |
| Potatoes (medium, peeled & diced) | 5-6 |
| Onion (diced) | 1 |
| Garlic (minced) | 3 cloves |
| Chicken broth | 3 cups |
| Dried parsley | 1 teaspoon |
| Dried thyme | 1 teaspoon |
| Dried basil | 1 teaspoon |
| Salt & pepper | To taste |
| Whole milk or half-and-half | 3 cups |
| Grated cheddar cheese | 2 cups |
| All-purpose flour (optional) | 1/4 cup |
| Butter (optional) | 2 tablespoons |
| Chopped green onions or fresh parsley (optional) | For garnish |
Instructions:
- Cook ground beef: Brown ground beef in a pan and remove excess fat. Add to slow cooker.
- Add vegetables: Add diced potatoes, onion, and garlic to slow cooker with ground beef.
- Combine broth and seasonings: Pour chicken broth, parsley, thyme, basil, salt, and pepper into slow cooker. Stir to combine.
- Cook: Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, or until potatoes are tender.
- Add creamy ingredients: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in milk, half-and-half, and shredded cheddar cheese until creamy.
- Optional: Thicken or add richness: If desired, mix flour with milk before adding to slow cooker to thicken. For extra creaminess, add butter at the end.
- Serve: Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions or fresh parsley. Enjoy with crusty bread!
