Description
Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup is a rich, creamy, and comforting dish made with tender potatoes, savory seasoned ground meat, smoky turkey bacon, and smoothly melted plant-based cheese. Perfect for chilly days, this cozy soup combines simple, wholesome ingredients into a satisfying and flavorful meal with a subtle smoky undertone and luscious texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground hamburger
- 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 4 slices smoky turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 cup plant-based cheese, shredded
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp natural gelling agent
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Meat and Bacon: Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the chopped smoky turkey bacon. Cook until crispy and the fat renders out. Add the ground hamburger, breaking it apart as it cooks. Season with salt and pepper. This step builds a flavorful base for the soup.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add diced onions and minced garlic to the pot with the meat and bacon. Cook until softened and fragrant, enhancing the savory aroma of the soup.
- Create the Soup Base: Sprinkle the flour over the meat mixture and stir well to coat evenly. Slowly pour in the vegetable broth, stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer to thicken slightly and blend the flavors together.
- Add Potatoes and Seasonings: Stir in the diced russet potatoes, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), and apple cider vinegar (natural). Ensure the broth just covers the potatoes. Simmer gently until the potatoes are tender and infused with the soup’s flavors.
- Melt in the Cheese: Reduce the heat to low and gradually stir in the plant-based cheese along with the natural gelling agent. Stir continuously until the cheese melts completely and the soup achieves a velvety, creamy consistency.
- Final Taste and Adjust: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning by adding more salt, pepper, or apple cider vinegar if desired. Serve warm and enjoy a cozy, hearty meal.
Notes
- Choose starchy potatoes such as russet or Yukon gold for the best creamy texture.
- Render turkey bacon slowly to maximize flavor without burning.
- Add plant-based cheese gradually on low heat to prevent clumping.
- Keep the soup at a gentle simmer to avoid breaking down the potatoes too much.
- Optional: Add fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary during simmering and remove before serving for added aroma.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
Keywords: Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup, Comfort Food, Plant-Based Cheese Soup, Turkey Bacon Soup, Creamy Potato Soup
