Description
Warm up with this creamy Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup featuring smoked turkey bacon, tender potatoes, and melted plant-based cheese for a comforting and hearty meal. This simple recipe combines rich, savory flavors and a velvety texture perfect for cozy evenings or easy homemade suppers. Using fresh ingredients and natural seasonings, this soup is an instant family favorite that’s quick to prepare and easy to customize.
Ingredients
Scale
Meats and Protein
- 4 slices smoked turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 pound ground beef
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 4 cups peeled and diced potatoes
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids and Broth
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup plant-based milk
Cheese and Thickening
- 1 cup shredded plant-based cheese
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Seasonings and Sauces
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Your choice of herbs (such as thyme or parsley), chopped
Instructions
- Cook the smoked turkey bacon and beef: Start by frying the smoked turkey bacon pieces in a large pot over medium heat until crisp. Remove the bacon pieces and set aside. In the same pot, add the ground beef and cook until browned and no longer pink, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Sauté onion and garlic: Reduce the heat to medium-low, then add the finely chopped onions and minced garlic to the beef. Sauté until the onions are soft and fragrant, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add potatoes and broth: Stir in the peeled and diced potatoes, then pour in the vegetable broth to cover the ingredients. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, approximately 15 to 20 minutes.
- Mix in thickening flour and seasonings: Sprinkle the flour evenly over the simmering soup and stir well to combine. Add the vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), salt, pepper, and your choice of herbs. Continue simmering to allow the soup to thicken and the flavors to meld.
- Finish with plant-based milk and cheese: Once the potatoes are fork-tender, pour in the plant-based milk and add the shredded plant-based cheese. Stir gently over low heat until the cheese melts smoothly into the soup. Return the smoked turkey bacon pieces to the pot and mix well. Serve warm.
Notes
- Reserve some smoked turkey bacon to sprinkle on top for added crunch.
- Cut potatoes into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking and texture.
- Add the plant-based cheese gradually over low heat to melt smoothly without clumping.
- Maintain a gentle simmer to let flavors fully develop without overcooking.
- Taste frequently to adjust salt and pepper and avoid over-seasoning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: cheesy hamburger potato soup, plant-based cheese soup, creamy potato soup, comforting soup, easy dinner recipe
