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Hamburger Potato Soup

A quick and comforting cheesy hamburger potato soup that’s perfect for busy nights, made with simple ingredients and full of flavor, even the picky eaters will love it.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef You can substitute with ground turkey or plant-based options.
  • 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced Chop into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
  • 1 small onion, diced Sauté along with the beef.
  • 4 cups beef broth Vegetable broth can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Freshly shredded cheese is recommended.
  • 1 cup milk or half and half Optional, for added creaminess.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Add more to taste after incorporating cheese.
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder You can substitute or add your favorite spices.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Brown the ground beef in a large soup pot over medium heat.
  2. Drain the grease if desired, then add the diced onion and sauté until soft.
  3. Add the diced potatoes to the pot.
Cooking
  1. Pour in the beef broth, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Simmer until the potatoes are tender.
  3. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and let it melt.
  4. For extra creaminess, add a splash of milk or half and half.
Finishing Touches
  1. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.

Notes

Cool before storing leftovers in a tightly sealed container. Keeps in the fridge for 3-4 days, and can be frozen for up to a month.