Crockpot Creamy Potato Hamburger Soup
Warm, hearty, and loaded with flavor, this Crockpot Creamy Potato Hamburger Soup is the ultimate comfort food. Tender potatoes, savory ground beef, and a rich, cheesy broth come together perfectly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes to 8 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 large potatoes (about 2 pounds), peeled and diced
- 3 large carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 4 cups chicken or beef broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Extra shredded cheddar cheese (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook ground beef for 8-10 minutes until browned with no pink remaining. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Saute for 5 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
- Transfer beef mixture to 6-quart crockpot. Layer diced potatoes, sliced carrots, and celery over the beef.
- Pour broth over vegetables, then add thyme, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until vegetables are fork-tender and soup bubbles gently at edges.
- During last 15-20 minutes of cook time, stir in heavy cream, cheddar cheese, and milk. If thicker consistency is desired, add cornstarch mixture. Continue cooking on low until cheese melts completely.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and extra cheese if desired.
Notes
- Sear the beef before adding to crockpot for better flavor depth and texture.
- Use russet potatoes for creamiest texture. Sharp cheddar adds more flavor than mild.
- Soup thickens as it sits. Add milk or broth when reheating to restore creamy consistency.
- Can substitute ground turkey, chicken, or sausage for beef. Vegetarians can omit meat and add extra vegetables.
- If freezing, cream may separate slightly but whisking while reheating will recombine ingredients perfectly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 535 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg