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Hamburger Soup Recipe

Warm up with a hearty and flavorful Hamburger Soup! Packed with ground beef, vegetables, and a savory broth, this comforting one-pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 carrots peeled and sliced
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1 can 6 oz tomato paste
  • 2 medium potatoes peeled and diced
  • 1 cup frozen green beans or peas
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large soup pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Ladle

Method
 

  1. Cook the Beef:
  2. Heat a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Sauté Vegetables:
  4. Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  5. Build the Base:
  6. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes. Add the diced tomatoes, beef broth, oregano, basil, smoked paprika (if using), salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  7. Add Potatoes and Simmer:
  8. Stir in the diced potatoes. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
  9. Add Frozen Vegetables:
  10. Stir in the green beans or peas and cook for another 5 minutes until heated through.
  11. Serve:
  12. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot.