Description
This hearty Ground Beef and Vegetable Soup is the ultimate comfort food, packed with nutritious veggies and savory ground beef in a rich tomato broth. Perfect for chilly nights, this one-pot wonder comes together in under an hour and delivers bold flavors that will satisfy the whole family. Freezer-friendly and versatile – customize with your favorite seasonal vegetables!
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 Medium Onion – Diced
- 2 Large Carrots – diced, About 1 cup
- 3–4 Celery Stalks – diced, About 1 cup
- 1.5 Pounds Ground Beef
- 3 Garlic Cloves – Pressed or Minced
- 4 Cups Beef Broth
- 1 14oz Can Tomato Sauce
- 1 14oz Can Crushed Tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary
- 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Pepper
- 1 14oz Can Kidney Beans
- 1 Can Corn – Drained, can also use frozen
- 1 Can Green Beans – Drained, can also use frozen
- Water – If Needed
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
- Add ground beef and garlic, breaking up meat with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned (7-8 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed.
- Pour in beef broth, tomato sauce, crushed tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, rosemary, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
- Add kidney beans, corn, and green beans. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes. If soup is too thick, add water ½ cup at a time to reach desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers.
Notes
Tips: For thicker soup, mash some beans against the pot. Substitutions: Swap corn/green beans for peas or zucchini. Use ground turkey for leaner option. Storage: Refrigerate in airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months. Thaw overnight before reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: B
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Beef Soup, Vegetable Soup, Easy Dinner