Hearty Hamburger and Potato Crockpot Soup

Fall and cooler weather is right around the corner, which means it's soup time! Everyone enjoys a good hamburger and now you can have an amazing hamburger and potato soup version of one of America's favorite meals in a simple crockout recipe. Your family and friends will just love this delicious and hearty soup that is so easy to make and clean up as well.

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INGREDIENTS:

• 1 pound of lean ground beef
• 1 large yellow onion, chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 4 large white potatoes, peeled
• 3 large carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 4 cups of chicken or beef broth
• 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon of dried parsley
• 1 teaspoon of paprika
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 cup of heavy whipping cream
• 2 cups of sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup of milk
• 2 tablespoons of cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
• 2 tablespoons of water (optional, for thickening)
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• Extra sharp cheddar cheese (for garnish)

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DIRECTIONS:

• In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat until it’s no longer pink. Drain any excess fat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
• Transfer the browned beef mixture to a crockpot. Add the diced potatoes, sliced carrots, and sliced celery.
• Pour in the chicken or beef broth. Add the dried thyme, dried parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
• Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes and vegetables are tender.Stir in the heavy cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and milk. If you prefer a thicker soup, add the cornstarch mixture and stir well. Continue to cook on low for an additional 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the soup is creamy.
• Spoon soup into serving bowls and garnish with fresh chopped parsley and extra shredded cheddar cheese and enjoy!