Hearty Classic Ground Beef and Vegetable Soup
A nourishing and flavorful soup with tender ground beef, fresh vegetables, and rich herbs simmered in a hearty beef broth. This comforting, family-friendly dish is perfect for any chilly day or cozy dinner at home.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 320kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2-3 potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 carrots, sliced (optional)
- 1 cup frozen green beans
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until it’s fully browned. Drain any excess grease.
- Sauté the onions and garlic: Reduce the heat to medium. Add the diced onion to the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes until the onion softens and becomes translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add liquids and seasonings: Pour in the beef broth, diced tomatoes along with their juice, tomato sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, dried thyme, dried oregano, and add the bay leaf. Stir everything well, then bring the mixture to a boil before reducing the heat to a gentle simmer.
- Cook potatoes and carrots: Add the peeled, diced potatoes and sliced carrots to the pot. Cover and continue simmering for 15-20 minutes until the vegetables are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Incorporate frozen vegetables: Stir in the frozen green beans, corn, and peas. Let the soup simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes until these vegetables are heated through and tender.
- Finish and serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove the bay leaf and serve the soup hot. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Feel free to use fresh tomatoes instead of canned for a more natural flavor.
For a heartier texture, add cooked pasta or beans at the end of cooking.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
For a heartier texture, add cooked pasta or beans at the end of cooking.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.