Description
Savor the hearty and comforting flavors of this Hamburger Potato Soup, featuring seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, and a medley of vegetables simmered in a savory broth. This easy-to-make soup is perfect for a cozy family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
- 1 cup celery, sliced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Remove the beef with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pot.
- Add olive oil to the pot along with the diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
- Return the cooked ground beef to the pot. Add the diced potatoes, sliced carrots, sliced celery, diced tomatoes with their juice, beef broth, dried basil, dried parsley, and dried thyme. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the whole milk and all-purpose flour until smooth. Stir this mixture into the soup and cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the soup to thicken.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and well combined.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve hot.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use ground turkey instead of ground beef and substitute low-fat milk and cheese.
- To add a spicy kick, include a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
- This soup pairs well with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Hamburger potato soup, ground beef soup, hearty potato soup, comfort food, easy soup recipe