Crockpot Creamy Potato and Hamburger Soup is one of my favorite soups to make in my slow cooker. It's cheesy, savory, and just plain delicious. The potatoes are so tender, and the broth is perfectly rich, that I would certainly say it is heaven in a bowl.
Recipe Essentials
- 🍽️ Course: Soup
- ⏱️ Cooking Time: 6 Hours
- 🍴 Servings: 6-8
- 🧄 Flavor Profile: Savory, creamy, and rich with a cozy, cheeseburger-inspired flavor
- 🍚 Best Served With: Crusty bread, a simple side salad, or buttery rolls for dipping.
- 🧊 Make Ahead?: Yes, this soup reheats beautifully and is great for meal prep.
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This is the perfect soup to make on a chilly day. It requires minimal prep, slow cooks all day, and makes your house smell amazing. If you are looking for a tasty yet simple soup recipe to add to your dinner rotation this fall, I can't recommend this one enough.
More potato soup recipes you should try are hash brown potato soup and cream of potato and leek soup.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- It's great anytime: You don't need a reason to make this creamy hamburger soup. It makes a great lunch or dinner whenever you want!
- It's customizable: Feel free to get creative and swap some of the ingredients to make this recipe more your own.
- It's budget-friendly: This is an affordable recipe, making it a great choice for a tight budget or if you're feeding a large family.
Ingredients
These are the main components that you'll need for this crockpot creamy potato and hamburger soup recipe. They are common pantry staples, too!
- Ground beef: I like to go with 80% lean ground beef because it's not too lean but also not too greasy. Try this recipe with ground chicken or turkey instead.
- Potatoes: Russet potatoes are perfectly starchy and soften up so well in this soup. So, they help thicken the broth and aren't too firm.
- Veggies: I use onions, celery, carrots, and corn in this cheesy hamburger potato soup. They create a great base for the broth, and the corn adds sweetness and texture.
- Milk: Whole or 2% milk is best for this recipe. If you have heavy cream, that works as a substitute in a pinch.
- Cheese: I like to add shredded cheddar for more flavor, and the cheesiness reminds me of a cheeseburger!
See the recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts, nutritional information, and detailed instructions.
Variations
- Add mushrooms: If you want more veggies and an earthy flavor, sliced mushrooms work perfectly in this soup.
- Sweet potato: Try this recipe with sweet potatoes instead of white potatoes for a different flavor profile.
- Make it spicy: Bring the heat by adding a diced jalapeno or red pepper flakes to the soup.
How to Make Creamy Hamburger Potato Soup
Here are all the steps you'll need to make this crockpot creamy hamburger and potato soup. If you like, you may use a liner in your crockpot before you get started.
Step 1: Brown the beef. Add the ground beef to a skillet over medium-high heat and cook until no longer pink, draining excess grease after.
Step 2: Add the veggies. Place all the chopped veggies into the bottom of the slow cooker.
Step 3: Add the beef and spices. Next, add the cooked beef and spices.
Step 4: Stir in broth and cook. Pour in the broth and give all the ingredients a good stir. Pop the lid on and cook it for 6-7 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high.
Step 5: Prepare the roux mixture. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat and whisk in the flour. Let it cook for 1-2 minutes, and then whisk in the milk and let it thicken. Pour it into the flour cooker with the shredded cheese.
Step 6: Garnish and serve. Now you can let it cook for another 30 minutes, and then garnish with parsley and enjoy!
Recipe Tips
- Test the potatoes: I like to fork test the potatoes after they have had time to cook. It's important to make sure they are tender and not still raw.
- Don't add raw flour to the pot: When thickening the soup, follow my steps to make a roux mixture. Don't try to whisk raw flour directly into the soup, or you will have a clumpy mess.
- Add more milk or broth if needed: If the consistency is too thick for your liking, add another splash of broth or milk to thin it out.
If you love the combination of potatoes and hamburger, you should add hamburger casserole to your list.
If you enjoy delicious soup recipes like this one, you just have to check out our Tuscan white bean soup and our coconut curry chicken soup. Both family favorites, you'll be in for a treat!
Storage Directions
- Storing: Put your soup leftovers in an airtight container and keep them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You may freeze this soup for 1-2 months.
- Reheating: You may microwave your potato and hamburger soup for 2-3 minutes, but there will be some separation. I like to reheat it in a saucepan over medium-low heat for about 8-10 minutes to preserve the consistency.
Serving Suggestions
- Prepare an easy veggie side dish to pair with the rich crockpot creamy potato and hamburger soup. I highly recommend balsamic green beans or maple bacon brussel sprouts. Even a simple tossed salad works!
- I love dipping bread in the broth. Try this Italian cheese bread or Cheesecake Factory brown bread for warm, homemade options.
- Bake some easy espresso brownies as an indulgent dessert after your soup!
Recipe FAQs
Sure! Sometimes, I like to brown the beef, drain the fat, and then pop it in the fridge the night or day before. It saves on cleanup and work when it's time to prepare this crockpot creamy potato and hamburger soup.
If you add the dairy too early or when the heat is too high, it can curdle the milk. This is why I make the thickening mixture separately and stir it into the crockpot during the last 30 minutes.
If the soup is not as thick as you would like, you may add more cheese or make a small cornstarch slurry with some broth to thicken it.
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Slow Cooker Creamy Hamburger and Potato Soup
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups potatoes Yukon Gold or russet, peeled and diced
- 2 cups diced carrots
- 2 stalks celery diced
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups whole milk or heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the slow cooker by lightly greasing the insert.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks, then drain excess fat.
- Transfer the browned beef to the slow cooker.
- Add the onion, garlic, potatoes, carrots, celery, corn, beef broth, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the slow cooker, stirring to combine.
- Cover and cook on Low for 6-7 hours or High for 3-4 hours, until vegetables are tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour to form a roux and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Slowly whisk in the milk or cream until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Stir the roux mixture and shredded cheddar cheese into the slow cooker, mixing until well combined and creamy.
- Cover and cook for the remaining 30 minutes to heat through and thicken.
- Garnish each bowl with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
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Notes
- Avoid adding the dairy too early to prevent it from curdling in the soup.
- Don't try to skip steps by adding the flour directly into the slow cooker. This will create lumps of raw flour, and they won't mix well.
- Use a fork to test the potatoes for doneness. Depending on how you cut them determines how quickly they become tender.
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