Description
Hearty Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup delivers comfort in a bowl, blending rustic flavors with creamy richness. Bold ingredients meld together, promising a satisfying meal that warms you from the inside out.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 4 cups (600 grams) potatoes, peeled and diced
- 3/4 cup (120 grams) onion, finely chopped
- 3/4 cup (90 grams) carrots, shredded
- 3/4 cup (100 grams) celery, diced
Dairy and Base:
- 3 cups (720 milliliters) chicken broth
- 2 cups (340 grams) Velveeta processed cheese, cubed (or 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese)
- 1 1/2 cups (360 milliliters) milk
- 4 tablespoons (56 grams) butter, divided
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) sour cream
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) all-purpose flour
Seasonings:
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, brown ground beef over medium heat, breaking into small crumbles. Thoroughly drain excess fat and set aside cooked meat.
- Melt butter in the same pot, then add onions, carrots, and celery. Sprinkle dried basil and parsley flakes, sautéing vegetables until softened, approximately 5 minutes.
- Pour chicken broth into the pot, then incorporate diced potatoes and reserved beef. Increase heat to boil, then immediately reduce to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes until potatoes become fork-tender.
- Prepare roux separately in a small skillet by melting remaining butter over medium heat. Whisk flour into melted butter, continuously stirring for 2-3 minutes until mixture develops a light golden color and releases a nutty aroma.
- Gradually integrate roux into simmering soup, stirring consistently to prevent lumps. Continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes to enhance thickness.
- Lower heat and introduce cheese in incremental batches, stirring until completely melted and creating a smooth consistency. Gently incorporate milk, seasoning with salt and pepper. Warm thoroughly without allowing soup to boil, which could cause dairy separation.
- Finish by folding in sour cream until well combined. Perform a final taste test, adjusting seasonings as needed. Ladle into bowls and garnish with optional toppings like additional cheese, green onions, or crispy bacon bits.
Notes
- Customize beef options by using lean ground beef, turkey, or plant-based meat alternatives for healthier variations.
- Control sodium levels by selecting low-sodium chicken broth and reducing added salt during cooking.
- Create a gluten-free version by substituting all-purpose flour with cornstarch or gluten-free flour blend in the roux.
- Prevent cheese from becoming grainy by adding it slowly and stirring continuously over low heat, ensuring smooth texture and consistent melting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 403
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 882 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 19 g
- Cholesterol: 78 mg