Description
Indulge in a warm bowl of loaded potato soup with cheddar and beef, perfect for cozy evenings. This savory dish features creamy russet potatoes, hearty ground beef, and sharp cheddar cheese, creating a delightful flavor explosion that will warm your soul. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite toppings, this recipe is destined to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup bacon bits (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
- Add chopped onions to the pot and sauté until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add diced potatoes and chicken broth to the pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Blend part of the soup using an immersion blender for a creamy consistency while leaving some chunks intact.
- Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Add bacon bits if desired.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese or green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 65mg