Description
This Hearty Hamburger Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish packed with tender ground beef, fresh vegetables, and rich beef broth. Perfect for a cozy meal, this soup combines the savory taste of browned hamburger meat with the natural sweetness of carrots, celery, and tomatoes, all simmered to perfection with potatoes and Italian seasoning.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 large carrot, finely chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound lean ground beef (85% lean)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 (28 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 large Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat a large heavy bottomed soup pot over medium heat. Add olive oil, chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Season with ¼ teaspoon of salt and cook over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
- Brown the Beef: Increase heat to medium-high. Add minced garlic, ground beef, and remaining ½ teaspoon salt. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned. Drain excess fat if desired or blot with a paper towel to reduce grease.
- Add Tomato Paste and Liquids: Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to develop its flavor. Then add diced tomatoes, beef broth, diced potatoes, Italian seasoning, and additional salt to taste. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Simmer the Soup: Bring the soup to a boil by turning the heat to high. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and let the soup simmer gently for 15-20 minutes. Check that the potatoes are tender before proceeding.
- Serve: Once the potatoes are cooked through, turn off the heat. Serve the soup hot, optionally topped with a dollop of sour cream for added creaminess and flavor. Enjoy your hearty homemade hamburger soup!
Notes
- Use lean ground beef to reduce fat content.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like corn or green beans for extra nutrition.
- Adjust salt level to taste, especially if using salted beef broth.
- For a thicker soup, mash some potatoes in the pot before serving.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: hamburger soup, ground beef soup, hearty soup, comfort food, easy dinner
