Crockpot Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup

This hearty and comforting soup blends tender ground beef, creamy potatoes, and vegetables in a rich, flavorful broth—all effortlessly cooked in the crockpot. It’s a satisfying, family-friendly meal perfect for chilly days or busy weeknights.

INGREDIENTS:

1 lb ground beef browned and drained

4 cups russet potatoes peeled and diced

1 cup carrots diced

1 cup celery diced

1 small onion chopped

4 cups chicken broth low sodium preferred

1 tsp salt adjust to taste

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp Italian seasoning

1 1/2 cups milk whole or 2%

3 tbsp all-purpose flour for thickening

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional, for extra richness

DIRECTIONS:

In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.

Place the cooked beef, diced potatoes, carrots, celery, and onion into the crockpot.

Pour in the chicken broth and stir in salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.

Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or until vegetables are tender.

In a small bowl, whisk together milk and flour until smooth. Stir into the soup during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Optional: Stir in shredded cheddar cheese just before serving for added richness.