Crockpot Creamy Potato Hamburger Soup

Crockpot Creamy Potato & Hamburger Soup is a delicious and hearty soup that can be made in a slow cooker. Here’s a basic recipe to get you started:

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups diced potatoes (peeled or unpeeled, your choice)
• 3 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 3 celery stalks, chopped
• 4 cups beef or vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for garnish)
• Chopped fresh parsley or chives (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until it’s fully cooked. Make sure to break it up into small pieces as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
2. Transfer the cooked beef to your slow cooker.
3. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for a few minutes until the onion becomes translucent. Add the sautéed onion and garlic to the slow cooker.
4. Add the diced potatoes, chopped carrots, and celery to the slow cooker.
5. Pour in the beef or vegetable broth to cover the ingredients.
6. Season with dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
7. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours, or until the potatoes and vegetables are tender.
8. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the frozen corn and peas. This will allow them to heat through.
9. Just before serving, pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine.
10. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
11. Serve the soup hot, garnished with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped fresh parsley or chives if desired.

Feel free to customize this recipe by adding other ingredients like diced tomatoes, green beans, or your favorite herbs and spices. This creamy potato and hamburger soup is a comforting and filling meal, perfect for a cold day. Enjoy!