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Creamy Crockpot Cheeseburger Potato Soup

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This creamy, comforting soup tastes exactly like a cheeseburger in a bowl, made easy in the slow cooker. It’s a crowd-pleasing, budget-friendly dinner that requires minimal active time.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 lean)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 medium russet potatoes (about 2 pounds), peeled and cubed
  • 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup dill pickle relish
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (preferably smoked)
  • Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, crumbled bacon, extra shredded cheddar, more pickle relish

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef: Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until no pink remains (6-8 minutes). Drain excess fat, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan.
  2. Sauté the aromatics: Add the diced onion to the skillet with the beef. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Transfer to the slow cooker: Dump the beef and onion mixture into a 6-quart slow cooker.
  4. Add the potatoes and broth: Add the cubed russet potatoes and beef broth. Stir to combine.
  5. Season the base: Add salt, pepper, and paprika. Stir well.
  6. Cook on low: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until potatoes are fork-tender.
  7. Add the dairy: Once potatoes are tender, add softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, milk, pickle relish, mustard, and ketchup. Stir until cream cheese melts and cheese is fully incorporated.
  8. Blend or mash: Use an immersion blender to blend about half the soup directly in the slow cooker, leaving some chunks. Alternatively, use a potato masher to mash about 10-12 times.
  9. Let it rest: Allow the soup to sit on the warm setting for 10-15 minutes to thicken and meld flavors.
  10. Taste and adjust: Adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or mustard as desired.

Notes

Don’t skip browning the beef for best flavor. Cube potatoes evenly (1-inch) for consistent cooking. Let cream cheese soften to room temperature before adding. Shred your own cheese for smooth melting. Add dairy at the end to prevent curdling. For thinner soup, thicken with a cornstarch slurry (2 tablespoons cornstarch + 2 tablespoons cold water) if needed.

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