Ingredients :
1 pound ground beef1 medium onion diced3 cloves garlic minced1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon black pepper1/2 teaspoon paprika2 cups chicken or beef broth1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes2 cups diced potatoes peeled if desired1 cup diced carrots1/2 cup diced celery2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half1/4 cup all-purpose flour optional, for thickening3/4 cup sour creamPickles diced tomatoes, and additional shredded cheese, for garnish
Préparations :
Season the beef with salt, pepper, and paprika. Transfer the mixture to the slow cooker.Add Vegetables and Broth:To the slow cooker, add the chicken or beef broth, canned diced tomatoes, diced potatoes, carrots, and celery. Stir to combine.Cook the Soup:Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the vegetables are tender.Add Dairy Ingredients:About 30 minutes before serving, if you prefer a thicker soup, whisk the flour into the heavy cream until smooth, then stir this mixture into the soup. If you don’t need to thicken the soup, simply stir in the heavy cream.Add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and well incorporated.Finish with Sour Cream:Just before serving, stir in the sour cream for extra creaminess and adjust the seasoning if necessary.Serve:Ladle the soup into bowls.Garnish with additional shredded cheese, diced pickles, and tomatoes if desired.
Enjoy