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Cheesy Beef and Potato Soup

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This Cheesy Beef and Potato Soup is a hearty, comforting bowl packed with tender potatoes, savory ground beef, and melty cheese. It comes together quickly for a cozy, family-friendly meal that’s endlessly customizable and perfect for chilly weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (85% lean preferred)
  • 4 cups russet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 4 medium potatoes)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 ribs celery, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste (start with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper)
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add ground beef. Cook, breaking up with a spoon, until no longer pink and just starting to brown, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  2. Add butter to the pot along with diced onion, carrots, and celery. Stir and cook until vegetables start to soften, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir well. Cook for 1-2 minutes, letting the flour bubble to remove the raw taste.
  4. Stir in diced potatoes and pour in beef broth. Add smoked paprika and dried thyme if using. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are fork-tender.
  5. Reduce heat to low. Pour in milk, then add shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese. Stir slowly until cheese is fully melted and soup is creamy. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. If soup is too thick, add a splash more broth or milk.
  6. Ladle soup into bowls. Garnish with extra cheese, chopped fresh parsley, or croutons if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, substitute flour with cornstarch or a gluten-free flour blend. You can swap ground beef for turkey, chicken, or plant-based crumbles. Add extra veggies like corn or peas for more nutrition. For best texture, add cheese off the heat and stir gently. Soup thickens as it sits; thin with extra broth or milk if needed. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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