Description
Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup is a creamy, comforting dish combining tender russet potatoes, savory ground beef, smoky turkey bacon, and melted plant-based cheese. This hearty soup features a rich texture and satisfying flavors, perfect for cozy meals any day of the week. Easy to prepare and customizable, it warms you from the first spoonful to the last.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 slices smoked turkey bacon, chopped
- 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup plant-based milk
- 1 cup plant-based cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Apple cider vinegar, optional drizzle
Instructions
- Cook the Meat and Bacon: In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef and chopped smoked turkey bacon until fully cooked and slightly crispy. This step develops the savory base and smoky flavor for the soup.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until fragrant and softened, creating a flavorful foundation that melds well with the meat.
- Add Potatoes and Broth: Stir in peeled, diced russet potatoes followed by the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer gently until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Thicken the Soup: In a separate bowl, whisk the plant-based milk with all-purpose flour or your chosen natural gelling agent until smooth. Slowly pour and whisk this mixture into the simmering soup to create a creamy, luscious texture.
- Melt in the Plant-Based Cheese: Lower the heat and stir in the shredded plant-based cheese until fully melted, forming a rich cheesy base that coats each spoonful.
- Season and Finish: Add vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), salt, and pepper to taste. Stir well, then garnish with fresh chopped parsley and an optional drizzle of apple cider vinegar before serving.
Notes
- Use starchy russet potatoes as they break down nicely and naturally thicken the soup.
- Simmer the soup gently and slowly to develop deeper flavors and tender potatoes without overcooking.
- Grate your own plant-based cheese for smoother melting compared to pre-shredded options.
- Allow the soup to rest a few minutes after cooking to thicken and meld the flavors.
- Adjust seasoning at the end, as the cheese and broth affect saltiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: cheesy potato soup, hamburger soup, plant-based cheese, comfort food, turkey bacon soup
