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Creamy Crockpot Cheeseburger Potato Soup

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An easy 5-ingredient slow cooker soup that combines the comforting flavors of a cheeseburger with creamy potato soup. Perfect for busy weeknights, this kid-approved meal is budget-friendly and requires minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 works best)
  • 6 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes (about 4 cups)
  • 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened and cubed
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: chopped green onions, crumbled cooked bacon, diced pickles, extra shredded cheese, sour cream

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes until no pink remains. Drain the fat and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Peel and dice potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes.
  3. Layer diced potatoes in the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker. Top with cooked ground beef. Pour beef broth over everything. Add garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Stir gently.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours until potatoes are fork-tender.
  5. Once potatoes are tender, add cubed cream cheese and stir until completely melted and smooth (about 2-3 minutes).
  6. Gradually sprinkle in shredded cheddar cheese, stirring constantly until fully melted. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  7. Let soup sit for 5 minutes off the heat to thicken slightly. Ladle into bowls and top with desired garnishes.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature cream cheese to prevent lumps. Shred your own cheddar cheese for smoother melting. Don’t skip browning the beef. Add cheese at the very end to prevent graininess. For a thicker soup, mash some potatoes against the side of the crockpot before adding cream cheese, or mix 2 tablespoons cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water and stir in during the last 30 minutes.

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