{"id":78,"date":"2025-08-13T11:49:33","date_gmt":"2025-08-13T11:49:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=78"},"modified":"2025-08-13T11:49:33","modified_gmt":"2025-08-13T11:49:33","slug":"cheesy-hamburger-potato-soup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2025\/08\/13\/cheesy-hamburger-potato-soup\/","title":{"rendered":"Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup \u2013 Creamy, Hearty &amp; Perfect for Cold Days<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re craving a warm, comforting dish that\u2019s rich, creamy, and packed with flavor, this\u00a0<strong>Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup<\/strong>\u00a0is exactly what you need. It combines savory ground beef, tender potatoes, and melty cheddar cheese in a creamy broth \u2014 a perfect one-pot meal for cozy nights in.<\/p>\n<p>This recipe is great for busy weeknights, family dinners, or even meal prep. Serve it with crusty bread or garlic toast, and you\u2019ve got yourself a satisfying, complete meal.<\/p>\n<p>Ingredients<\/p>\n<h4>Main Ingredients:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>1 pound (450g)<\/strong>\u00a0ground beef (80\/20 for best flavor)<\/li>\n<li><strong>1 medium onion<\/strong>, chopped<\/li>\n<li><strong>3 cloves garlic<\/strong>, minced<\/li>\n<li><strong>4 cups<\/strong>\u00a0diced potatoes (about 5\u20136 medium potatoes)<\/li>\n<li><strong>4 cups<\/strong>\u00a0beef broth (homemade or store-bought)<\/li>\n<li><strong>1 cup<\/strong>\u00a0shredded cheddar cheese (sharp cheddar recommended)<\/li>\n<li><strong>1 cup<\/strong>\u00a0heavy cream<\/li>\n<li><strong>1 teaspoon<\/strong>\u00a0dried thyme<\/li>\n<li>Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste<\/li>\n<li><strong>2 tablespoons<\/strong>\u00a0olive oil<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Optional Garnish:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Chopped green onions<\/li>\n<li>Extra shredded cheese<\/li>\n<li>Crispy bacon bits<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3>Step-by-Step Directions<\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>Step 1: Saut\u00e9 the Aromatics<\/strong><\/h4>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3\"><\/div>\n<p>In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.<br \/>\nAdd the chopped onion and cook for 3\u20134 minutes until soft and translucent.<br \/>\nAdd the minced garlic and stir for another minute, releasing its aroma.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Step 2: Brown the Beef<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Add the ground beef to the pot. Break it apart with a wooden spoon and cook for 5\u20137 minutes, until it\u2019s browned all over.<br \/>\nDrain any excess grease to keep the soup from being overly oily.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Step 3: Add Potatoes &amp; Broth<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Stir in the diced potatoes, beef broth, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.<br \/>\nIncrease the heat until the soup reaches a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Step 4: Simmer Until Tender<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Let the soup simmer for 20\u201325 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.<br \/>\nFor a thicker soup, mash a few potatoes in the pot and stir them back in.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Step 5: Make It Creamy &amp; Cheesy<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Lower the heat to low. Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring.<br \/>\nAdd the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until it\u2019s fully melted and the soup is creamy.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Step 6: Serve &amp; Enjoy<\/strong><\/h4>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3\"><\/div>\n<p>Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.<br \/>\nLadle into bowls and garnish with green onions, extra cheese, or crispy bacon bits.<\/p>\n<p>Pro Tips for the Best Soup<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Better Flavor:<\/strong>\u00a0Use sharp cheddar cheese for a bolder taste.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Extra Veggies:<\/strong>\u00a0Add carrots, celery, or even corn for more texture.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Spice It Up:<\/strong>\u00a0Stir in a pinch of paprika, cayenne pepper, or chili flakes for heat.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make Ahead:<\/strong>\u00a0This soup reheats beautifully \u2014 perfect for meal prepping.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Freezing Tip:<\/strong>\u00a0If freezing, omit the cream and cheese until reheating to prevent curdling.<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3>Prep &amp; Cooking Time<\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Prep Time:<\/strong>\u00a010 minutes<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cook Time:<\/strong>\u00a030 minutes<\/li>\n<li><strong>Total Time:<\/strong>\u00a040 minutes<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3>Nutrition (Per Serving \u2013 6 servings)<\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Calories: 420<\/li>\n<li>Protein: 18g<\/li>\n<li>Fat: 28g<\/li>\n<li>Carbs: 22g<\/li>\n<li>Fiber: 3g<\/li>\n<li><strong>This Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 creamy, hearty, and packed with flavor. Whether it\u2019s a snowy winter night or just a day when you want something soul-warming, this recipe will hit the spot every single time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup \u2013 Creamy, Hearty &amp; Perfect for Cold Days If you\u2019re craving a warm, comforting dish that\u2019s&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":79,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-78","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-recipe"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/78","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=78"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/78\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":80,"href":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/78\/revisions\/80"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/79"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=78"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=78"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=78"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}