Description
This Chunky Ground Beef and Potato Soup is a comforting bowl of warmth, featuring tender chunks of potato and savory ground beef simmered in a creamy broth. The rich, hearty texture is complemented by a medley of vegetables, creating a satisfying flavor experience that warms the soul.
Ingredients
- Protein: 1 lb ground beef
- Vegetables: 3 medium potatoes, diced; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 carrots, sliced; 2 celery stalks, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Liquids: 4 cups beef broth; 1 cup heavy cream
- Seasonings: 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp dried thyme; 1 tsp paprika; 1 bay leaf
Instructions
- In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the diced potatoes, beef broth, salt, pepper, thyme, paprika, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Stir in the heavy cream and heat through for another 5 minutes. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To freeze, allow the soup to cool completely, then transfer to airtight containers for up to 3 months.
- For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey for beef and use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 12 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 1 gram
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams
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