Hamburger Soup Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion
finely diced
- 1 large carrot
peeled and thinly sliced
- 4 sticks celery
thinly sliced
- 1 1/2 lb lean ground beef
85% or leaner
- 2 Tbsp tomato paste
- 3 cloves garlic
minced
- 28 oz canned diced tomatoes
- 8 cups beef broth
- 2 large yukon gold potatoes
peeled and chopped
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- or to taste1 1/2 tsp salt
- or to taste1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 3 Tbsp fresh parsley
chopped for garnish
Directions
- 1
Preheat a 5 1/2 qt dutch oven or soup pot with olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery into the pot. Sauté the veggies until softened.
- 2
Add the ground beef, breaking it apart as you go. Cook it until it turns golden brown.
- 3
Stir in the diced tomatoes, minced garlic, tomato paste, potatoes, and beef broth. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- 4
Bring the soup to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Season to taste and serve garnished with chopped parsley.
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About this Recipe
When the weather turns chilly, there's nothing quite like a hearty bowl of soup to warm you from the inside out. This Hamburger Soup recipe is the ultimate comfort food, packed with savory flavors and wholesome ingredients that remind you of simpler times.
This recipe truly shines because it delivers that classic, comforting taste you crave without any fuss. It’s a beautifully balanced meal in a bowl, combining tender ground beef with a robust blend of diced tomatoes and an array of garden vegetables for a dish that feels both satisfying and homemade.
Expect a rich, savory broth that carries the essence of Italian seasoning, mingling beautifully with the browned ground beef. You'll find a delightful medley of textures from the soft, yielding potatoes, crisp-tender carrots, and subtle crunch of celery and onion. Each spoonful offers a harmonious blend of earthy vegetables and hearty meat, all brightened by a hint of fresh parsley at the end. It's a nourishing and flavorful experience, perfect for a cozy evening.
Customizing this Hamburger Soup is easy to suit your preferences. While lean ground beef is specified, you can adjust the fat content to your liking. Feel free to increase the amount of any vegetable you particularly enjoy, or adjust the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to achieve your perfect flavor balance. A simple swap for the Yukon gold potatoes could be another starchy potato like Russet, just ensure they are chopped to a similar size for even cooking.
This Hamburger Soup is ideal for family dinners on a cool evening, providing a substantial meal that’s both comforting and easy to enjoy. Serve it alongside some crusty bread for dipping, or a simple green salad to complete the meal.