Hamburger Soup Easy
This hamburger soup easy is a cozy and flavorful one-pot meal, perfect for busy weeknights. Enjoy a hearty blend of ground beef, potatoes, and vegetables in a rich tomato broth.
Equipment
- Large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
- 1 pound ground beef (preferably 10 percent fat)
- 1 small onion, diced (about 1 cup)
- 2 large celery stalks, diced
- 3 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 3 cups low-sodium beef stock or broth
- 1½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper
- 12 ounces russet or Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into ½-inch cubes
- 3 cups chopped mixed vegetables, such as green beans, corn, peas, and carrots (frozen or fresh)
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce (optional)
- Chopped parsley, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, onion, and celery. Cook, breaking up the meat into crumbles with a wooden spoon, until the beef is no longer pink and the vegetables are soft, 5-7 minutes.
- Add the garlic and stir for 2 minutes, until fragrant. Stir in the tomato paste, coating the beef and vegetables evenly. Let it cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juice), beef stock, Italian seasoning, 1½ teaspoons salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Stir everything together, scraping the bottom to release any caramelized bits for extra flavor.
- Add the potatoes to the pot. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and let it simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
- Stir in the mixed vegetables, ensuring everything is submerged in the broth. Partially cover the pot and simmer until the potatoes and vegetables are tender, about 7-10 minutes.
- Taste the soup and adjust seasonings as needed. Stir in Worcestershire sauce for added depth (if using). Ladle into bowls and top with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
Pro tip: Stock up on a bag of frozen mixed vegetables to make prep even easier. If you’re using fresh, dice everything uniformly so they cook evenly.