Description
Cheesy Beef and Potato Soup is a rich, creamy, and hearty dish loaded with ground beef, Yukon gold potatoes, and melty cheddar cheese. It’s the ultimate comfort food, perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 4 cups Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp kosher salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups mild cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, brown the ground beef and onions over medium heat until the beef is cooked through and onions are soft. Drain excess grease.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in beef broth, cubed potatoes, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Gradually stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir to combine. Simmer for 3–5 minutes to warm through.
- In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly add it to the soup, stirring constantly, and simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and extra cheese, if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Swap cheddar for Colby jack, sharp cheddar, or Gouda.
- To freeze, do so before adding cheese and cream. Add dairy after reheating.
- Add veggies like carrots or corn for extra nutrition.
- For a spicy kick, add cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
