Description
This Cheesy Potato Hamburger Soup is a hearty and comforting meal featuring tender potatoes, savory ground beef, and a flavorful herb-cheddar ribbon. It’s perfect for a chilly evening and sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 500g (1.1lb) Potatoes, peeled and diced
- 400g (14oz) Ground Beef
- 1 Medium Onion, finely chopped
- 2 Carrots, diced
- 2 Celery Stalks, diced
- 2 Cloves Garlic, minced
- 15ml (1 tbsp) Olive Oil
- 30g (2 tbsp) Unsalted Butter
- 15g (2 tbsp) All-Purpose Flour
- 1L (4 cups) Low-Sodium Vegetable Broth
- 250ml (1 cup) Whole Milk
- 150ml (2/3 cup) Heavy Cream
- 150g (5.3oz) Sharp Cheddar Cheese, grated
- 100g (3.5oz) Sharp Cheddar Cheese, extra for ribbon
- 50g (1.8oz) Cream Cheese, softened
- 15g (1 tbsp) Fresh Parsley, chopped
- 15g (1 tbsp) Fresh Chives, chopped
- 5ml (1 tsp) Smoked Paprika
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Sauté onion, carrots, and celery in olive oil and butter until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic during the last minute.
- Brown Beef: Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 6 minutes. Drain excess grease and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Create Roux: Sprinkle flour over beef and vegetables; cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add Broth & Potatoes: Gradually add broth, stirring to prevent lumps. Add potatoes and simmer for 12-15 minutes, until tender.
- Create Creamy Base: Stir in milk and cream, then add 150g cheddar cheese. Simmer until melted and smooth.
- Prepare Herb-Cheddar Ribbon: Combine extra cheddar, cream cheese, parsley, and chives. Warm briefly and mix until smooth.
- Chill & Pipe Ribbon: Pipe ribbons onto a chilled plate and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
- Serve & Garnish: Ladle soup into bowls and swirl herb-cheddar ribbon through the center.
Notes
For a smoother ribbon, ensure cream cheese is fully softened. Chilling the ribbon helps it hold its shape.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg