Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup
Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup is a hearty, one-pot comfort food classic made with ground beef, tender potatoes, and melted cheddar in a rich, creamy broth. This easy soup recipe is perfect for cozy dinners, meal prep, or warming up on a chilly day—like enjoying a cheeseburger in a bowl!
Ingredients
- Ground beef
- Russet or Yukon gold potatoes peeled and diced
- Onion chopped
- Garlic minced
- Carrots diced (optional)
- Celery diced (optional)
- Beef broth
- Milk or half-and-half
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Cream cheese or sour cream
- Butter
- All-purpose flour for thickening
- Salt and black pepper
- Paprika optional
- Green onions or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Brown ground beef in a large pot over medium heat. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika (if using). Drain excess grease.
- Add butter to the pot with onions, garlic, and optional carrots/celery. Sauté until soft.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
- Gradually add beef broth while stirring to avoid lumps.
- Add diced potatoes. Simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes, until potatoes are tender.
- Reduce heat. Stir in milk or half-and-half, shredded cheese, and cream cheese or sour cream. Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Simmer gently for a few more minutes. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot, topped with more cheese, green onions.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use ground turkey or chicken.
- Stir in corn, peas, or spinach for extra veggies.
- Swap cheddar with pepper jack for a spicy kick.
- Add Dijon mustard or hot sauce for extra flavor.
- Use pre-cooked potatoes for a quicker version—add toward the end.
- To thicken more, add a cornstarch slurry or simmer uncovered longer.