Description

Hamburger Soup is the ultimate comfort food—hearty, flavorful, and simple to make. Bursting with tender vegetables, savory beef, and a rich broth, this soup is perfect for cozy nights, weeknight dinners, or meal prep. The combination of fresh vegetables and perfectly seasoned beef creates a balanced, delicious meal that the whole family will love. It’s customizable, forgiving, and made to be enjoyed hot, straight from the pot.

Ingredients

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1 lb lean ground beef
1 medium onion, diced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
2–3 medium potatoes, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
1 tbsp tomato paste
4 cups beef or vegetable stock
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 cup green beans, trimmed
1 cup corn kernels
1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp dried thyme or 2 tsp fresh thyme
1–2 bay leaves
Fresh parsley for garnish

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Instructions

Dice all vegetables and mince the garlic.
In a large pot, sauté onions, carrots, and celery in olive oil until softened.
Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
Stir in garlic, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, and Worcestershire sauce.
Pour in the stock and bring to a gentle boil.
Add potatoes, green beans, and corn. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 25–30 minutes.
Season with salt, pepper, and herbs. Remove bay leaves before serving.
Serve hot, garnished with parsley or shredded cheese.

Notes

Swap potatoes with sweet potatoes or butternut squash for variety.
Add cooked pasta or rice to make it more filling.
Freeze leftovers in portioned containers for easy meals later.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Dish / Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6
Calories: 250
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 45mg