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A hearty and comforting creamy soup made with ground beef, tender potatoes, and a luscious creamy broth, perfect for chilly days and family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
  • 1 medium onion (diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 4 cups (about 4–5 medium) russet potatoes, peeled & diced
  • 3 medium carrots (sliced)
  • 2 celery stalks (sliced)
  • 4 cups (1 quart) beef broth
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1 tsp dried basil (optional)
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • Salt & black pepper (to taste)
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk (or half-and-half for extra creaminess)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and brown the ground beef, breaking it up, until no longer pink; drain excess fat.
  2. Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
  3. Add peeled, diced potatoes, sliced carrots, sliced celery, beef broth, dried parsley, optional dried basil, paprika, salt, and black pepper; bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat and simmer 15–20 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  5. Meanwhile, warm the milk until slightly hot but not boiling.
  6. In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat, whisk in the flour, and cook 1–2 minutes until light golden.
  7. Gradually whisk the warmed milk into the butter-flour mixture, stirring constantly until smooth and thickened.
  8. Pour the creamy milk mixture into the soup pot and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and silky.
  9. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor., Taste and adjust seasoning before serving., Try other cheeses such as Gruyère or Monterey Jack for different flavors., Thicken soup by simmering longer or adding more flour., Add extra veggies like peas, corn, or bell peppers for variety., Store leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months., Reheat gently on stovetop, microwave, or oven to maintain creaminess., Protein swaps: ground turkey or chicken; vegetarian options: plant-based ground meat or mushrooms with vegetable broth., Gluten-free thickener substitute: cornstarch mixed with water instead of all-purpose flour.

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