Description
Hearty Hamburger Potato Soup delivers comforting warmth with rich, savory flavors from ground beef and creamy potatoes. Generous portions and simple ingredients make this classic American soup perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein and Starch:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Liquid and Dairy Ingredients:
- 3 cups chicken or beef broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons butter
Garnish:
- Shredded cheese
- Chopped parsley
Instructions
- Brown ground beef in a large pot over medium heat until fully cooked, then transfer to a separate dish.
- Without cleaning the pot, melt butter and sauté onions and garlic until they release a fragrant aroma and become translucent.
- Dust the vegetables with flour, stirring continuously for 1-2 minutes to create a smooth, golden roux that will thicken the soup.
- Gradually pour in broth while whisking to prevent lumps, then add potatoes, thyme, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes become tender and easily pierced with a fork.
- Pour in milk and cream, then reintroduce the cooked ground beef to the pot. Gently simmer for an additional 5 minutes to meld flavors and ensure even heating.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed. Ladle the soup into serving bowls and garnish with shredded cheese and freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant finish.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter, healthier alternative that reduces saturated fat content.
- Use gluten-free flour or cornstarch instead of regular flour to make the soup celiac-friendly and accommodate gluten sensitivities.
- Opt for low-fat milk and cream or substitute with dairy-free options like unsweetened almond milk for a more diet-conscious version of the soup.
- Enhance nutritional value by adding diced carrots or chopped spinach during the simmering process, boosting vegetable intake without compromising the soup’s rich flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg