Description
Hearty Cheesy Beef and Potato Soup blends robust flavors for comfort food perfection. Creamy potatoes, savory ground beef, and melted cheese create a satisfying meal you’ll crave on chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef
Vegetables:
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Liquid and Dairy:
- 4 cups (960 milliliters) beef broth
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups (170 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a large pot over medium heat at 350°F, breaking it into small pieces and draining excess fat.
- Add diced onions and minced garlic to the beef, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until onions become translucent and fragrant.
- Incorporate diced potatoes, beef broth, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper into the pot, bringing the mixture to a rolling boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender and easily pierced.
- Pour in heavy cream and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese, stirring continuously until cheese melts completely and creates a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve hot in individual bowls, garnishing with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant finish.
Notes
- Customize the meat by using ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter, leaner version that suits different dietary needs.
- Swap heavy cream with coconut milk or low-fat milk to reduce calories and create a healthier alternative without sacrificing creaminess.
- Consider adding extra vegetables like carrots or celery during the sautéing stage to boost nutritional value and enhance overall flavor complexity.
- Use pre-shredded cheese sparingly and opt for aged cheddar for more intense flavor, allowing you to use less while maintaining rich cheesy taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg