Description
A hearty, comforting soup that combines browned ground beef, fresh vegetables, and a rich broth for the perfect weeknight meal. This hamburger soup is easy to make, flexible, and loved by both kids and adults. It’s warm, satisfying, and packed with flavor, making it a go-to recipe for cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 3 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 medium potatoes, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 6 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup corn (optional)
- 1 cup green beans (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a large pot over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
- Add onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes, then add garlic for another minute.
- Pour in broth, diced tomatoes, and potatoes. Add salt, pepper, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Add corn and green beans (if using) and cook 5 more minutes.
- Remove bay leaf, stir, and serve hot.
Notes
- For richer flavor, use homemade beef broth.
- Adjust seasoning gradually to avoid over-salting.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or shredded cheese for an extra touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stove-top
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg