Description
This hearty Hamburger Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for a family meal. Made with lean ground beef, potatoes, mixed vegetables, and a rich beef broth base enriched with tomato paste and aromatic seasonings, it cooks quickly on the stovetop for an easy dinner option. The combination of fresh and frozen ingredients creates a balanced, filling soup packed with protein and veggies.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
- 6 cups beef broth (or chicken broth)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- 2 medium potatoes, cut into ½-inch cubes
- 3 ½ cups frozen mixed vegetables
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the vegetables and beef: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic. Cook for 8 to 9 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and no longer pink, and the onions are softened.
- Add tomato paste and broth: Stir in the tomato paste, then pour in the beef broth. Add the Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, and sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes to blend the flavors.
- Cook potatoes and vegetables: Add the cubed potatoes and frozen mixed vegetables to the pot. Return to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork. Season with salt and pepper to your taste preference before serving.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef to keep the soup lower in fat.
- Feel free to substitute frozen mixed vegetables with fresh seasonal veggies.
- Adjust salt carefully depending on the saltiness of your broth.
- For a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes against the side of the pot and stir.
- This soup reheats well and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
