Description
Beef & Smoked Cheddar Potato Soup is a rich and hearty comfort soup made with tender beef, creamy potatoes, and smoky cheddar cheese. This delicious soup blends savory ground beef with velvety potatoes and melts in smoky cheddar for a warm, satisfying meal perfect for chilly days and cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Meat
- 1 pound ground beef or diced beef
Vegetables
- 3 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions or parsley for garnish
Dairy
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup smoked cheddar cheese, shredded
Liquids
- 3 cups beef broth
Spices and Seasonings
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: In a large pot over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat and set the beef aside for later use.
- Sauté the Aromatics: In the same pot, melt the butter and sauté the chopped onion until it becomes soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add Potatoes and Broth: Stir in the diced potatoes and pour in the beef broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for 15 to 20 minutes until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Combine Beef and Season: Return the cooked beef to the pot along with the milk, smoked paprika, and thyme. Stir well to combine all ingredients and simmer for an additional 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Add Cheese and Finish: Stir in the shredded smoked cheddar cheese until it melts fully and the soup becomes creamy. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your taste.
- Garnish and Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions or parsley. Serve hot for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Yukon Gold potatoes are recommended because they provide a naturally creamy texture without needing extra thickening agents.
- For a thicker soup consistency, mash some of the cooked potatoes before adding the smoked cheddar cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
