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Bowl of creamy potato hamburger soup topped with herbs and spices

Creamy Potato and Hamburger Soup

A heartwarming bowl of creamy potato and hamburger soup, perfect for chilly evenings and family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 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 chicken.
  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced Yukon gold or russet potatoes work well.
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth Vegetable broth can be used for a lighter version.
  • 1 cup heavy cream For a lighter option, you can use half-and-half.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Optional: chopped parsley for garnish Adds freshness to the dish.

Method
 

Cooking Process
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
  2. Add ground beef, cooking until browned. Drain excess fat as necessary.
  3. Add the diced potatoes and beef broth to the pot, bringing the contents to a boil.
  4. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream, season with salt and pepper according to taste.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with parsley if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For freezing, allow the soup to cool first.