Ground Beef Vegetable Soup

Ground Beef Vegetable Soup is a warm and hearty dish that brings comfort on chilly days. It’s easy to make and packed with nutrients, thanks to the variety of vegetables included. This soup can also be a fantastic way to use up leftover ingredients in your pantry, making it both practical and delicious. Not to mention, it’s a crowd-pleaser; perfect for families or gatherings.

How to Make Ground Beef Vegetable Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 lb. lean ground beef
• 1 medium onion (diced)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 3 carrots (sliced)
• 2 stalks celery (sliced)
• 2 medium potatoes (diced)
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 bay leaf
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 15 oz. can diced tomatoes, with juice
• 1 10.5 oz. can condensed tomato soup
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 14.5 oz. can cut green beans
• 1 15.25 oz. can corn, drained
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Begin by heating the olive oil in a Dutch oven set over medium heat.
2. Add the ground beef, onion, and garlic to the pot. Cook until the beef is thoroughly browned and crumbly.
3. Mix in the carrots and celery, sautéing them until they start to soften, about 6 to 8 minutes.
4. Add the Italian seasoning and bay leaf, cooking them for an additional minute or two.
5. Next, add the diced potatoes, then pour in the beef broth.
6. Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juice), condensed tomato soup, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce.
7. Incorporate the green beans and corn. Stir well, then bring the mixture to a boil.
8. Reduce the heat, cover, and let it simmer for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have blended nicely.

How to Serve Ground Beef Vegetable Soup

Serve this delicious soup hot in bowls. You can garnish it with fresh herbs like parsley or basil for an extra touch. Pair it with crusty bread or crackers for a complete meal.

How to Store Ground Beef Vegetable Soup

To store the soup, let it cool down to room temperature. Then, transfer it to airtight containers and keep it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If you want to keep it longer, you can freeze it for up to 3 months. Just ensure to leave some space in the container for the soup to expand as it freezes.

Tips to Make Ground Beef Vegetable Soup

• For added flavor, consider browning the beef with some chopped herbs.
• Adjust the vegetables based on your preference or what you have on hand.
• If you like a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes while cooking.

Variation

You can turn this soup into a chili by adding kidney beans and using chili powder instead of Italian seasoning.

FAQs

1. Can I use different types of meat?
   Yes, you can substitute ground turkey, chicken, or even sausage if you prefer.
2. What can I use instead of beef broth?
   You can use vegetable broth or chicken broth for a different flavor base.
3. Can I make this soup in a slow cooker?
   Absolutely! Just brown the meat and sauté the veggies, then add everything to the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours.

Ground Beef Vegetable Soup

A warm and hearty soup that combines lean ground beef with a variety of vegetables, making it a nutritious and comforting dish perfect for chilly days.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr

Course Main Course, Soup

Cuisine American

Servings 6 servings

Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients

  

Main ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing
• 1 lb. lean ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 medium carrots, sliced
• 2 stalks celery, sliced
• 2 medium potatoes, diced
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 4 cups beef broth Can substitute with vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 15 oz. can diced tomatoes, with juice
• 1 10.5 oz. can condensed tomato soup
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 14.5 oz. can cut green beans
• 1 15.25 oz. can corn, drained
• to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning

Instructions

 

Preparation

• Begin by heating the olive oil in a Dutch oven set over medium heat.
• Add the ground beef, onion, and garlic to the pot. Cook until the beef is thoroughly browned and crumbly.
• Mix in the carrots and celery, sautéing them until they start to soften, about 6 to 8 minutes.
• Add the Italian seasoning and bay leaf, cooking them for an additional minute or two.
• Next, add the diced potatoes, then pour in the beef broth.
• Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juice), condensed tomato soup, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce.
• Incorporate the green beans and corn. Stir well, then bring the mixture to a boil.
• Reduce the heat, cover, and let it simmer for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have blended nicely.

Notes

Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs like parsley or basil. Pair with crusty bread or crackers. To store, cool to room temperature, then keep in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Keyword comfort food, Ground Beef Vegetable Soup, Hearty Soup, Meat Soup, vegetable soup