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Easy Beef & Potato Soup

Hearty and cozy, this beef and potato soup is rich, cheesy, and filling. perfect for busy weeknights or chilly days when you need comfort fast.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 4 medium potatoes peeled and diced
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until brown. Break it into small pieces as it cooks.
  2. Add chopped onion and garlic to the pot. Stir and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until soft and fragrant.
  3. Pour in beef broth and water. Stir well to lift any flavor from the bottom of the pot.
  4. Add diced potatoes, salt, pepper, paprika, and parsley. Stir gently so everything mixes well.
  5. Bring the soup to a soft boil, then lower the heat. Cover and let it simmer for 20 to 25 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
  6. If you want a cheesy beef stew style soup, stir in shredded cheese at the end and mix until melted. Turn off the heat.

Notes

For slow cooker: Brown the beef first, then add all ingredients (except cheese) to a crockpot. Cook on low for 6–7 hours. Stir in cheese at the end if desired. Do not cut potatoes too small to avoid mushiness. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.