Description
A creamy and hearty soup that combines ground beef, potatoes, carrots, and cheddar cheese for a delicious and comforting one-pot meal. Perfect for chilly evenings and family dinners.
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Ingredients
- Olive oil
- Ground beef
- Onion, diced
- Garlic, minced
- Beef broth
- Potatoes, peeled and diced
- Carrots, peeled and diced
- Celery, diced
- All-purpose flour
- Milk
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Smoked paprika (optional)
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh parsley or green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot and cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat and set aside.
- Sauté diced onion until softened, then add minced garlic. Cook until fragrant.
- Return beef to the pot, add diced vegetables, and pour in beef broth. Simmer until vegetables are tender.
- Whisk flour and milk in a separate bowl, then stir into the soup to thicken.
- Reduce heat, add cheddar cheese, and stir until melted.
- Season with smoked paprika (optional), salt, and pepper. Garnish and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra richness, use half-and-half instead of milk.
- Customize the vegetables or cheese to your preference.
- Serve with crusty bread or crackers for a complete meal
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: ~350-400
- Sugar: ~6g
- Sodium: ~800mg
- Fat: ~20g
- Saturated Fat: ~10g
- Carbohydrates: ~25g
- Fiber: ~3g
- Protein: ~20g
- Cholesterol: ~60mg