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Slow Cooker Hamburger Potato Soup

A creamy, hearty soup filled with ground beef, tender potatoes, and vegetables, perfect for chilly days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef Choose lean for a healthier option.
  • 4 medium potatoes Peeled and diced; any variety works.
  • 1 medium onion Chopped to add flavor depth.
  • 3 medium carrots Diced for a touch of sweetness.
  • 3 cups beef broth For that deeply rich flavor.
  • 1 cup milk Adds creaminess and balances flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder For that extra kick.
  • Salt and pepper To season to taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by peeling and dicing the potatoes and carrots. Chop the onion and set everything aside.
Cooking
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until cooked through, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain the excess fat and transfer the beef to the slow cooker.
  2. Add the diced potatoes, chopped onion, and carrots into the slow cooker with the beef.
  3. Pour in the beef broth and stir in the garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper to your liking.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for about 6-8 hours or on high for 4-6 hours until the vegetables are tender.
  5. Thirty minutes before serving, stir in the milk to create that creamy texture.
  6. Once thickened, ladle the soup into bowls and top with your favorite garnishes.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before reheating.