This hamburger soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines ground beef with a variety of vegetables and seasonings. It's perfect for a cold winter night or whenever you need a bowl of warm and delicious soup. The prep time is minimal, and the ingredients are simple, making it an easy and satisfying meal to prepare. Give this recipe a try and enjoy a bowl of deliciousness!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Directions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
- Add the diced carrots, celery, and red bell pepper to the pot. Cook for a few minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
- Return the ground beef to the pot and mix well with the vegetables.
- Pour in the beef broth and diced tomatoes (including their juices) into the pot. Add the diced potatoes, dried thyme, dried oregano, and bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let the soup simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Remove the bay leaf from the soup and discard.
- Serve the hamburger soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Interesting Facts
Hamburger soup is a classic comfort food that has been enjoyed for generations.
The versatility of this soup allows you to customize it to suit your taste by adding additional vegetables or spices.
Leftovers of this soup can be refrigerated and enjoyed for several days, as the flavors tend to develop and intensify over time.