This Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup is the ultimate comfort food — rich, hearty, and full of flavor. Tender potatoes, savory ground beef, mixed vegetables, and melted cheese come together in a creamy broth that warms you from the inside out. It’s the kind of cozy, family-style soup that even skeptics end up loving after the first bite.
Recipe Details
- Servings: 6–8
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30–45 minutes (or 3–8 hours depending on method)
- Total Time: Up to 8 hours (slow cooker option)
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
- 1 medium white onion, peeled and diced
- 1 large garlic clove, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 6 cups Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
- 3 teaspoons dried basil
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
- 1 ½ cups milk
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 8 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed
Instructions
Step 1: Brown the Beef
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the onion is soft and the beef is browned. Drain any excess grease.
Step 2: Add Garlic
Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant and lightly browned.
Step 3: Combine Ingredients
Transfer the beef mixture to a crockpot or large stockpot. Add potatoes, chicken broth, frozen vegetables, basil, and parsley.
Step 4: Cook the Soup
Cook on low for 6–8 hours, high for 3–4 hours, or simmer on the stove until the potatoes are tender and slightly breaking down.
Step 5: Thicken the Soup
Whisk cornstarch into the milk until smooth, then stir into the soup. Add cubed Velveeta cheese and mix until melted and creamy.
Step 6: Serve
Once the cheese is fully melted and the soup is thick and creamy, ladle into bowls and serve hot.
Tips for Best Results
- Let the soup simmer longer for a thicker, richer texture.
- Stir occasionally to prevent sticking when melting the cheese.
- You can substitute Velveeta with cheddar, but the texture will be slightly less creamy.
- Add extra vegetables for a more nutritious version.
Enjoy your homemade Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup!