Description
Classic hamburger soup is a heartwarming dish that combines seasoned ground beef, fresh vegetables, and savory broth for a delightful meal ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, this comforting soup is not only quick to prepare but also customizable with ingredients you have on hand. Each bowl delivers nostalgia and satisfaction, making it a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil and sauté the onion, celery, and carrots until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Push the veggies aside and add the ground beef. Cook until browned (about 6 minutes), breaking it up as it cooks.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Then add the diced tomatoes with their juices.
- Pour in the beef broth and stir in Italian seasoning. Bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, reduce heat to low, and let simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Serve hot with crusty bread on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 80mg