Hamburger Soup
This hearty Hamburger Soup is a comforting dish packed with ground beef, vegetables, and spices. It’s a perfect meal to warm you up on a chilly day and is easy to make in just one pot.
Equipment
- 1 Large pot or Dutch oven
- 1 Wooden spoon or spatula
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 set Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup frozen green beans
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 2 cups diced potatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the diced onions and garlic, cooking for about 3-4 minutes until the onions are translucent.
- Add the ground beef to the pot, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in the carrots and celery, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables soften.
- Add the diced tomatoes (with juices), beef broth, frozen green beans, diced potatoes, dried basil, and oregano. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let simmer for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as desired.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
This soup can be customized with any vegetables you have on hand.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
It also freezes well for up to 2 months; just ensure it's cooled before transferring to airtight containers.