Description
This hearty Hamburger Soup is a comforting blend of ground beef, fresh vegetables, and tender potatoes simmered in a flavorful beef broth. Perfect for a satisfying family meal, this soup combines simple ingredients with Italian seasoning and tomato paste for a rich, warming dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 cup white onions, finely chopped
- 1 cup carrot, peeled and finely chopped
- 1 cup celery, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Meat
- ½ lb lean ground beef
Liquids and Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 6 cups beef broth
- 2 dried bay leaves
Instructions
- Heat the Olive Oil: In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, add the olive oil and heat over medium-high heat to prepare for sautéing the vegetables.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add the finely chopped onions, carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are softened, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute to release its aroma and flavor.
- Incorporate Seasonings and Tomato Paste: Add the tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Cook Ground Beef: Add the lean ground beef to the pot. Cook thoroughly, stirring and breaking up the meat until no pink remains.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Pour in the diced tomatoes, beef broth, chopped potatoes, and add the bay leaves. Stir all the ingredients together to combine.
- Simmer the Soup: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes until the potatoes are tender and flavors meld.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the bay leaves, adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed, garnish with fresh chopped parsley, and enjoy your hearty hamburger soup!
Notes
- Dice the vegetables into small, even-sized pieces for uniform cooking.
- Salt lightly at the beginning and adjust after the flavors have had time to build.
- Use a salad spinner to wash and dry the chopped vegetables for better texture.
- Brown the ground beef well to enhance flavor and remove excess grease if desired.
- To store: Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- To reheat: Warm the soup in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.
- To freeze: Use a freezer-safe container or bag with space for expansion. Freeze for up to 3 months.
