Description
A hearty and comforting Crock Pot Hamburger Potato Soup packed with ground beef, creamy potatoes, and vegetables. This easy slow-cooker meal is perfect for weeknight dinners and meal prep
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup milk or heavy cream (optional, for creamier texture)
- 2 tablespoons flour (optional, for thickening)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for garnish)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Brown the Beef – In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat and transfer to the crock pot.
- Prepare the Vegetables – Peel and dice the potatoes, slice the carrots, chop the celery, and mince the garlic. Add all the vegetables to the crock pot.
- Add Liquids and Seasonings – Pour in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and diced tomatoes. Stir in the Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Slow Cook – Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes and vegetables are tender.
- Add Creamy Touch (Optional) – For a creamier soup, whisk together the milk and flour, then stir into the soup during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Serve and Enjoy – Ladle into bowls and garnish with shredded cheese and fresh parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers.
Notes
- Cheesy Twist – Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese for extra creaminess.
- Spicy Kick – Add diced jalapeños or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Healthier Option – Use ground turkey instead of beef and swap heavy cream for low-fat milk.
- Vegetable Boost – Toss in peas, corn, or green beans for more nutrients.
- Thicker Soup – Mash some of the potatoes or add a cornstarch slurry.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: soup , comfort food
- Method: slow cooker
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Crock Pot soup, hamburger potato soup, slow cooker soup, ground beef soup, easy comfort food