Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup — A Creamy, Hearty Comfort Dinner
Warm, cozy, ultra-creamy, and packed with flavor — this Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food! Tender potatoes simmer with seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar, and creamy broth to create a hearty one-pot meal everyone will devour. It’s great for cold days, rushed weeknights, or serving a hungry crowd. Add your favorite toppings like bacon or green onions to make every bowl extra special!
Ingredients
Serves 6
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1 lb ground beef
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1 small onion, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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4 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
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4 cups chicken broth
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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1 cup milk
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 tbsp olive oil
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Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
1️⃣ Sauté the aromatics
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cooking for 3–4 minutes until softened.
2️⃣ Brown the beef
Add ground beef and cook until no longer pink. Drain excess grease.
3️⃣ Add potatoes & broth
Stir in potatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low and simmer for 15–20 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender.
4️⃣ Stir in the dairy
Add milk and heavy cream, stirring gently. Heat through — do not boil.
5️⃣ Add the cheese
Gradually sprinkle in the shredded cheddar while stirring until melted and smooth.
6️⃣ Season & finish
Add salt and pepper to taste. Simmer 5–10 minutes to thicken and blend flavors.
7️⃣ Serve & enjoy
Ladle into bowls and garnish with toppings like crispy bacon, more cheddar, or sliced green onions.
Notes
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Add veggies! Stir in diced carrots, celery, or corn for extra texture.
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Make it thicker: Mash some of the potatoes in the pot before adding cheese.
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Swap the beef: Italian sausage or ground turkey work great too.
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Add a kick: Try cayenne pepper, hot sauce, or smoked paprika.
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Storage: Refrigerate up to 3 days. Reheat gently — do not boil or cheese may separate.