Crockpot Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup

“A hearty, creamy, and comforting soup loaded with tender potatoes, savory ground beef, and rich flavors – perfect for any day!”

This Crockpot Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup is easy to prepare, making it an ideal set-it-and-forget-it meal. It’s a family favorite that’s warm, filling, and packed with goodness.

INGREDIENTS:

For the Soup Base:

1 pound ground beef

1 medium onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

4–5 medium potatoes, peeled and diced

4 cups chicken or beef broth

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 cup diced carrots (optional)

1/2 cup diced celery (optional)

For the Creamy Finish:

1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)

1/4 cup sour cream (optional, for tanginess)

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)

Optional Toppings:

Chopped green onions

Crispy bacon bits

Additional shredded cheese

DIRECTIONS:

Step 1: Brown the Beef

In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned.

Drain any excess grease and transfer the beef to your crockpot.

Step 2: Assemble the Soup in the Crockpot

Add the diced potatoes, onion, garlic, broth, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper to the crockpot.

If using, add the carrots and celery for extra veggies.

Stir to combine.

Step 3: Slow Cook

Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or on HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the potatoes are tender.

Step 4: Add Creaminess

In the last 30 minutes of cooking, stir in the heavy cream and cheddar cheese.

Mix the cornstarch slurry (if using) into the soup to thicken it. Stir well.

Add the sour cream for an extra creamy texture and tang …