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Potato & Hamburger Crockpot Soup

Potato & Hamburger Crockpot Soup
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This Potato & Hamburger Crockpot Soup is a hearty and comforting slow cooker meal featuring tender potatoes, savory ground beef, and a rich blend of vegetables and seasonings. Perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed weekends, it offers effortless preparation with maximum flavor, a creamy texture, and family-friendly taste that can be easily customized to your preference.

Ingredients

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Meat

  • 1 lb ground beef

Vegetables

  • 4 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped (Yukon Gold or Russet)
  • 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Liquids

  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup milk or cream

Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (regular or smoked)

Instructions

  1. Brown the Ground Beef: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the ground beef until browned and crumbly. Drain excess fat to ensure a cleaner broth and richer flavor.
  2. Prepare Your Vegetables: While the beef is browning, chop potatoes, carrots, onions, and celery into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and ideal texture.
  3. Combine Ingredients in the Crockpot: Add the browned beef, chopped vegetables, minced garlic, beef broth, salt, pepper, and paprika into your slow cooker. Stir gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
  4. Cook Low and Slow: Set the crockpot to low and cook for 6 to 8 hours, or set to high and cook 3 to 4 hours, until potatoes and carrots are tender and flavors meld beautifully.
  5. Add Dairy and Final Touches: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the milk or cream to add a rich and silky finish. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving hot.

Notes

  • Drain excess fat after browning beef to avoid greasy soup.
  • Cut potatoes uniformly for even cooking and to avoid mushiness.
  • Don’t skip onion and garlic for essential depth and warmth.
  • Adjust liquid amounts based on your slow cooker size to reach desired soup consistency.
  • Add fresh herbs like parsley or thyme near the end for a fresh flavor boost.

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