Crockpot Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup

Here’s a cozy and satisfying Crockpot Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup recipe that’s perfect for chilly days or easy weeknight meals.

🥣 Crockpot Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup

🕒 Cook Time:

• Prep: 15 mins

• Cook: 6–8 hours on LOW or 3–4 hours on HIGH

• Serves: 6–8

🧾 Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 small onion, diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 5 cups potatoes, peeled and diced (Yukon Gold or Russet)

• 3 cups beef broth

• 1 ½ cups milk

• 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)

• 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

• 1 tsp dried basil

• 1 tsp parsley flakes

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (optional but adds great flavor)

• 2 tbsp flour (for thickening)

• 2 tbsp butter

🔪 Instructions:

1. Brown the Beef
   In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with diced onion until browned. Add minced garlic in the last minute. Drain excess grease.

2. Add to Crockpot
   Transfer beef mixture to your slow cooker. Add diced potatoes, beef broth, basil, parsley, Worcestershire sauce (if using), salt, and pepper.

3. Cook

   • LOW for 6–8 hours

   • or HIGH for 3–4 hours
     (until potatoes are tender)

4. Cream Mixture
   About 30 minutes before serving:

   • In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, whisk in flour to form a roux (about 1 min).

   • Slowly whisk in milk and cream until smooth and slightly thickened.

   • Stir the mixture into the crockpot.

5. Add Cheese
   Add shredded cheddar and stir until melted and creamy.

6. Taste and Adjust
   Add more salt, pepper, or cheese to taste.

7. Serve
   Garnish with extra cheese, green onions, or crumbled bacon if desired.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions:

• Crusty bread or garlic toast

• Side salad

• Top with sour cream or hot sauce for a kick