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Creamy Crockpot Cheeseburger Potato Soup Recipe with Crispy Bacon

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A thick, cheesy potato soup slow-cooked to perfection with ground beef, melty cheddar, and crispy bacon bits for a comforting and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (lean or regular)
  • 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup whole milk (or 2%)
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: chopped green onions, extra shredded cheese, sour cream

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate and crumble once cooled. Reserve a tablespoon of bacon fat in the skillet.
  2. Add ground beef to the skillet with the bacon fat over medium-high heat. Break it up and cook until browned and no longer pink, about 7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Push the beef to one side and add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Combine with the beef when done.
  4. Transfer the beef, onions, and garlic mixture to the crockpot. Add diced potatoes and chicken broth. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until potatoes are tender but not falling apart.
  5. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in softened cream cheese and milk until cream cheese melts completely. Then add shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
  6. Taste the soup and adjust salt and pepper as needed. For thicker soup, mash a few potatoes with a spoon or use an immersion blender for a creamy texture.
  7. Ladle into bowls and sprinkle with crumbled crispy bacon and optional toppings like green onions or extra cheese.

Notes

Brown the beef before adding to the crockpot for richer flavor. Cook bacon separately for crispy texture. Add cheese in the last 30 minutes to avoid graininess. Stir once or twice during cooking if possible to maintain texture. For thicker soup, mash some potatoes or use an immersion blender.

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