Description
Imagine a steaming bowl of Hamburger Vegetable Soup Easy, filled with tender chunks of beef, colorful fresh vegetables, and a savory, comforting broth. Perfect for chilly evenings, busy weeknights, or anytime you crave a hearty, homemade soup. Simple, flexible, and delicious—this is the soup you’ll make again and again!
Ingredients
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1 lb (450g) ground beef
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1 medium onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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3 carrots, diced
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2 celery stalks, diced
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2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
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1 cup green beans, chopped (optional)
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1 cup corn kernels (optional)
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1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
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6 cups beef or vegetable broth
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1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 tsp dried thyme
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1 bay leaf
Instructions
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Cook the Beef: In a large soup pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
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Sauté Aromatics: Add onion and garlic; cook 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
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Add Vegetables & Broth: Stir in carrots, celery, potatoes, tomatoes, and broth. Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and bay leaf.
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Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
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Optional Veggies: Add green beans and corn; cook an additional 5 minutes.
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Serve: Remove bay leaf and ladle soup into bowls. Enjoy warm with crusty bread!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American