Description
This Classic Ground Beef Soup is a hearty and comforting dish perfect for any day of the week. Featuring browned ground beef simmered with fresh vegetables, diced tomatoes, and savory Italian seasonings, this soup offers a balanced blend of flavors and textures. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s an ideal homemade meal to warm you up and satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Vegetables
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
Liquids and Canned Goods
- 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
- 1 8 oz can tomato sauce
- 4 cups beef broth
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until fully browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess grease to keep the soup from becoming greasy.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add diced onion, sliced carrots, and chopped celery to the pot with the browned beef. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables soften, stirring occasionally to blend the flavors.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, enhancing the soup’s aroma without burning the garlic.
- Mix in Liquids: Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato sauce, and beef broth. Stir everything together thoroughly to combine all ingredients well.
- Season and Add Potatoes: Add the diced potatoes along with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix to evenly distribute the seasonings and ingredients.
- Simmer the Soup: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let the soup simmer uncovered for 25 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and all flavors meld together.
- Final Taste and Serve: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed. Serve the soup hot for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, simmer uncovered longer to reduce the liquid.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or green beans for added texture.
- Use low-sodium beef broth to control the salt content based on dietary needs.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and also freeze nicely.
