Description
Cozy up with creamy Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup, a hearty and comforting meal blending rich plant-based cheese, tender potatoes, and savory smoked turkey bacon. This flavorful soup delivers a perfect balance of creamy, meaty, and savory goodness, ideal for weeknight dinners and casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Meats and Proteins
- 1 lb ground hamburger
- 4 slices smoked turkey bacon, chopped
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 4 medium russet potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh parsley or thyme, chopped (for garnish)
Liquids and Sauces
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (natural)
Dairy and Thickening
- 1 1/2 cups plant-based cheese, shredded
- 1 tsp natural gelling agent
Seasonings
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the base: Brown the ground hamburger and chopped smoked turkey bacon in a large pot until cooked through and slightly crisp, creating a smoky foundation for the soup.
- Sauté your aromatics: Add finely diced onion and minced garlic to the pot and cook until translucent and fragrant, releasing warm aromas.
- Build the soup: Stir in diced russet potatoes, vegetable broth, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), and apple cider vinegar (natural). Bring to a gentle simmer so the potatoes soften while maintaining their shape.
- Add creaminess: When potatoes are tender, lower the heat and gradually stir in plant-based cheese and natural gelling agent. Whisk continuously until the soup is rich, creamy, and thickened to your liking.
- Final seasoning and herbs: Adjust salt and black pepper to taste, then fold in freshly chopped parsley or thyme for a fresh burst of flavor and color.
Notes
- Use starchy potatoes like russets or Yukon gold for a creamy, well-held texture.
- Ensure ground hamburger is fully browned for best flavor and texture.
- Add plant-based cheese gradually off heat to avoid clumping.
- Do not overcook potatoes; keep them tender but firm to maintain mouthfeel.
- Add fresh herbs right before serving to maximize aroma and color.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
Keywords: cheesy soup, hamburger potato soup, plant-based cheese soup, comforting soup, creamy potato soup, family dinner recipe
