Dinner

Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup: The Ultimate Comfort Food Recipe

ByLily Monroe November 17, 2025November 17, 2025

Introduction

Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup is a warm, hearty dish that combines tender potatoes, savory ground beef, and a creamy cheesy base. Perfect for cozy evenings, it’s a comforting soup that appeals to the whole family and is easy to make with simple ingredients.

A round white bowl filled with creamy soup layered with chunks of orange-yellow potatoes and lightly browned ground meat scattered on top. Melted white cheese is drizzled over the dish, blending smoothly with the creamy soup base, while small green herb pieces add color contrast. The bowl rests on a lightly folded dark and light blue striped cloth against a white marbled textured surface, with out-of-focus green herbs in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
4 cups diced potatoes (about 4 medium potatoes)
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons butter
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional toppings: chopped green onions, crispy turkey bacon bits, additional shredded cheese

Instructions

Step 1: Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess fat.
Step 2: Add diced onion and minced garlic to the browned beef. Cook for 3–4 minutes until onions are translucent and fragrant.
Step 3: Stir in the diced potatoes, coating them with the beef and aromatics.
Step 4: Pour in the chicken broth, scraping any browned bits from the pot. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to simmer. Cover and cook for 10–15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
Step 5: Meanwhile, make the cheese sauce. In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook 1–2 minutes until golden. Slowly whisk in milk and stir until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese until smooth.
Step 6: Pour the cheese sauce into the soup pot and stir well. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for another 5 minutes to blend flavors.
Step 7: Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions, crispy bacon bits, or extra cheese if desired.

Tips & Variations

Add extra vegetables like carrots, celery, or corn for more flavor and nutrition.
For thicker soup, mash some potatoes; for thinner, add more broth or milk.
Try different cheeses such as Monterey Jack, Colby, or Gruyere to vary the flavor profile.

Storage

Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of milk if it becomes too thick.