Ingredients
Meat
- 1 pound ground beef
Vegetables
- 3 potatoes, diced
- 1 carrot, chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids & Dairy
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup shredded smoked cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk or cream
Miscellaneous
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the beef: In a large pot over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it is fully browned. Drain excess fat and set the beef aside.
- Sauté vegetables: In the same pot, heat olive oil and add diced onion, chopped carrot, and minced garlic. Cook until the vegetables become soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Simmer potatoes: Add the diced potatoes, beef broth, salt, and pepper to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Combine ingredients and finish soup: Stir the browned beef back into the pot along with the milk or cream. Gradually add the shredded smoked cheddar cheese, stirring continuously until the soup is smooth and the cheese is fully melted.
- Serve warm: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve immediately for a rich and comforting meal.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes in the pot before adding the cheese to create additional creaminess.
- Adjust salt and pepper to your taste preference.
- Use cream instead of milk for an even richer texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup, Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
