Easy Hamburger Soup Recipe
Introduction
Looking for a comforting, hearty meal that’s fast, filling, and budget-friendly? This Easy Hamburger Soup Recipe ticks all the boxes. Packed with savory ground beef, loads of colorful vegetables, and a rich, flavorful broth, it delivers classic home-cooked flavor with minimal effort.
Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prepping, or when you crave something wholesome that pleases everybody at the table, this soup is guaranteed to become a new staple in your dinner rotation.
Why This Easy Hamburger Soup Is a Household Favorite
The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity and adaptability. The juicy ground beef mingles with onions, garlic, carrots, and potatoes to create a one-pot meal that warms you from the inside out. A hint of Italian seasoning and tomato enriches the broth, making every spoonful deeply satisfying.
Plus, you can easily adjust the vegetables to what’s in your fridge – or sneak in extra for a nutritious boost. It’s a smart way to use up leftovers and stretch your grocery budget, without sacrificing taste or comfort.
Prepping Your Ingredients for Success
Efficient prep ensures this soup comes together seamlessly. Save time and effort by using the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper, which makes chopping onions, celery, and carrots a breeze. With all your veggies prepped in minutes, you’re ready to get cooking – and cut down on cleanup, too.
For dicing meat or breaking apart ground beef as it browns, the Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher guarantees even, quick results.
Cooking a Delicious, Hearty Hamburger Soup
Heat a large pot or Lodge 10.25 Inch Cast Iron Pre-Seasoned Skillet, add the ground beef, and brown until fully cooked. Sauté aromatics before tossing in your mixed veggies and liquids. As the soup simmers, flavors meld into a deeply satisfying broth.
Use quality storage containers like Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers to portion and keep leftovers fresh – perfect for meal-prepping lunches or freezing for future dinners.
Serving Suggestions to Elevate Your Soup Experience
For a rustic presentation, serve with warm crusty bread or top with shredded cheese and a sprinkle of fresh herbs. This soup pairs beautifully with a simple salad for a complete meal, or enjoy on its own as a nourishing bowl any night of the week.
Pack leftovers in a Bentgo Salad Container for easy lunches or on-the-go meals.
Nutritional Information and Serving Size
This Easy Hamburger Soup makes roughly 6 generous servings. Each bowl (without bread or cheese) contains about 280–340 calories, 20 grams of protein, and a healthy array of vitamins depending on your vegetable mix. The soup is easily adjustable for keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets.
Easy Hamburger Soup Recipe (Recap)
This recipe achieves a comforting, nourishing soup in less than 45 minutes. It’s endlessly customizable, perfect for meal prepping, and beloved by kids and adults alike. With minimal equipment and fresh, affordable ingredients, it’s the ultimate easy family dinner.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Heat a large soup pot or Lodge 10.25 Inch Cast Iron Pre-Seasoned Skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, using the Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher to break it up, until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add oil, onion, and garlic to the pot. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
- Stir in carrots, celery, and potatoes (quickly prepped with your Mueller Pro-Series Vegetable Chopper), and sauté for 5 minutes.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes (with juices) and beef broth. Bring mixture to a boil.
- Add in frozen green beans and corn, along with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until the vegetables are fork-tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or shredded cheddar, if desired.
- Store any leftovers in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers for easy reheating.
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Enjoy this cozy, nutritious, and budget-friendly soup anytime you crave something both easy and delicious!