Crockpot Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup
A comforting soup that combines ground beef with hearty potatoes, creamy broth, and vegetables, perfect for chilly evenings and busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef Use ground chuck or lean ground beef for the best flavor.
- 4 cups Potatoes Russet or Yukon Gold works best.
- 1 medium Onion Diced.
- 2 medium Carrots Diced.
- 2 stalks Celery Diced.
- 4 cups Beef broth For cooking and depth of flavor.
- 1 cup Heavy cream For creaminess.
- 1 cup Shredded cheese Like cheddar, added before serving.
- to taste Salt and pepper Essential for seasoning.
- optional Herbs Like parsley or thyme, for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it apart and draining excess fat.
- Prepare the vegetables: Dice the potatoes, chop the onions, carrots, and celery.
Combining Ingredients
- Place the browned beef in the crockpot, followed by the potatoes, onions, carrots, and celery.
- Pour in the beef broth and stir gently to distribute the ingredients.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours until vegetables are tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper, and add optional herbs before serving.
Notes
You can customize by adding more vegetables or spices. To store, refrigerate after cooling and reheat on the stove or microwave.