Description
Hearty “Cheesy Beef and Potato Delight” brings comfort from grandma’s kitchen, blending rich ground beef with melted cheese and golden potatoes. Creamy layers and savory seasonings promise a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (0.45 kg) ground beef
- 4 cups (600 g) potatoes, diced
- 4 cups (946 ml) beef broth
- 1 cup (240 ml) shredded cheddar cheese
Aromatics and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) butter
- 2 tablespoons (16 g) all-purpose flour
Dairy and Seasoning:
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Garnish:
- Chopped green onions
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium flame and brown the ground beef thoroughly, eliminating any accumulated grease, then transfer the meat to a separate dish.
- In the identical pot, melt butter and introduce diced onions with minced garlic, sautéing until vegetables become translucent and release a fragrant aroma.
- Sprinkle flour into the vegetable mixture, stirring continuously to create a smooth, golden roux that will provide rich thickness to the dish.
- Pour beef broth slowly into the roux, whisking vigorously to prevent lumps from forming, then integrate diced potatoes and previously cooked ground beef.
- Elevate the mixture to a boiling point, then reduce heat and allow the contents to simmer gently, permitting potatoes to tenderize and flavors to meld completely.
- Introduce heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until the cheese dissolves seamlessly and creates a luxurious, creamy consistency.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper, adjusting to personal taste preferences and ensuring balanced flavor profile.
- Ladle the steaming mixture into serving bowls, optionally garnishing with freshly chopped green onions for an additional layer of freshness and visual appeal.
Notes
- Quickly brown ground beef to lock in rich, meaty flavors and prevent excess grease from diluting the soup’s taste.
- Create a flavor foundation by sautéing onions and garlic in butter, releasing their aromatic essence and adding depth to the dish.
- Build a smooth roux with flour to naturally thicken the soup, preventing lumpy or watery consistency.
- Cook potatoes until fork-tender for the perfect texture that balances softness with a slight bite.
- Melt cheese slowly and carefully to achieve a creamy, velvety smoothness that coats every spoonful.
- Customize your soup with optional green onion garnish for a fresh, crisp finish that adds a pop of color and mild onion flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg