Cook the ground beef in a pan on medium heat until it is completely cooked. Remove any extra fat and put the beef in the slow cooker.
Get the vegetables ready. Cut the potatoes into small pieces, chop the onion, and finely chop the garlic. Put them in the slow cooker with the cooked beef.
Make the soup: Put the chicken broth, parsley, thyme, basil, salt, and pepper in the slow cooker. Mix together.
Cook the dish by placing a lid on the pot and cooking on low heat for 6-7 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes are soft.
To make it creamy, add milk or half-and-half and shredded cheddar cheese to the soup 30 minutes before serving. Mix until the cheese is melted and the soup is creamy. To make it thicker, mix the flour with the milk before putting it in the crockpot.
Add butter at the end if you want to make it even creamier and richer.
Instructions: Pour the soup into bowls and add chopped green onions or fresh parsley on top if you like. Enjoy it hot with some crunchy bread on the side!
Advice for Making Delicious Potato and Hamburger Soup
Choose starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for the best results. These types of potatoes soften a bit when cooked, making the soup creamier.
Cheese Choices: Cheddar cheese tastes delicious, but you can also try different cheeses such as mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or spicy pepper jack for some extra flavor.
Taste the soup before serving and add more seasoning if necessary. Adding a bit more salt, pepper, or even a drop of hot sauce can enhance the taste.
To make your soup thicker, you can mash some of the potatoes in the pot or mix flour and milk to create a slurry.
Why the slow cooker is ideal for making this soup.
The slow cooker helps all the flavors blend perfectly. As the potatoes cook, they absorb the flavorful broth and spices, resulting in a thick and creamy base. Also, by cooking the soup slowly, the minced meat stays soft and moist, making the dish more filling and satisfying. It’s an easy way to cook that always gives tasty results.
Different ways to experiment
Add chopped carrots, celery, or corn to give your dish more color and nutrients.
Add some red pepper flakes, hot sauce, or use spicy sausage instead of ground beef to give your dish a spicy kick.
Low-Carb Idea: Replace potatoes with cauliflower for a version with fewer carbs that still has a creamy texture and flavor.
Ways to serve.
This slow cooker potato and ground beef soup goes great with garlic bread, a salad, or some crackers. To add a special touch, put crunchy bacon pieces or more grated cheese on top.
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