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Cozy Hamburger Soup Recipe Easy Homemade Veggie Comfort Meal

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A hearty and comforting hamburger soup with ground beef and fresh vegetables, perfect for cozy dinners and easy weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed (Yukon Gold recommended)
  • 1 cup green beans, trimmed and chopped (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 4 cups beef broth, low sodium preferred
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
  2. Add 1 pound ground beef and cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking it apart, until no longer pink and starting to brown. Drain excess fat if desired.
  3. Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot with the beef. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant, stirring occasionally.
  4. Stir in sliced carrots, diced celery, cubed potatoes, and chopped green beans. Cook for 5 minutes to start softening the vegetables.
  5. Pour in 4 cups beef broth, 1 can diced tomatoes with juices, and 2 tablespoons tomato paste. Stir to combine.
  6. Add dried oregano, dried basil, bay leaf, salt, and pepper to taste. Stir well.
  7. Bring soup to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 25-30 minutes until potatoes and carrots are tender.
  8. Remove bay leaf. Adjust seasoning if needed. For thicker broth, mash a few potato chunks against the pot side and stir.
  9. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

For a low-carb version, substitute potatoes with cauliflower florets. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or diced jalapeño for a spicy kick. Vegetarian option: replace ground beef with cooked lentils or plant-based crumbles and use vegetable broth. Browning the beef well adds deep flavor. Avoid overcooking vegetables to maintain texture. Stir occasionally during simmering to prevent sticking. Let soup rest 5 minutes off heat before serving to enhance flavors.

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Keywords: hamburger soup, ground beef soup, comfort food, easy soup recipe, vegetable soup, weeknight dinner, cozy meal

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