Hamburger Soup
Cozy Up with a Bowl of Hearty Hamburger Soup!
Is there anything more comforting than a warm bowl of soup on a chilly evening? This Hamburger Soup recipe is a family favorite – it’s easy to make, packed with flavor, and uses ingredients you likely already have in your pantry! It’s the perfect weeknight dinner solution when you’re craving something satisfying and wholesome.
This isn’t your average soup. We’ve taken the classic flavors of a hamburger – beef, onions, and a touch of tomato – and transformed them into a hearty, vegetable-filled soup. The addition of mashed potato creates a wonderfully creamy texture without needing to add any cream! It’s a win-win for both taste and health.
What makes this Hamburger Soup so special?
- Easy to Customize: Feel free to swap out the vegetables! Zucchini, green beans, or even corn would be delicious additions.
- Budget-Friendly: This recipe is perfect for using up leftover vegetables and stretching your grocery budget.
- Family-Approved: Even picky eaters will love this flavorful and comforting soup.
- Quick & Easy: Ready in under an hour, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
Tips for the Best Hamburger Soup:
- Brown the Beef: Don’t skip browning the beef! This step adds a lot of flavor to the soup.
- Simmer, Don’t Boil: Simmering the soup allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust the salt and pepper to your liking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use ground turkey instead of ground beef?
A: Absolutely! Ground turkey is a great substitute for ground beef in this recipe.
Q: Can I make this soup in a slow cooker?
A: Yes! Brown the beef and sauté the vegetables first, then transfer everything to a slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
Q: Can I freeze this soup?
A: Yes, this soup freezes beautifully! Let it cool completely before transferring it to freezer-safe containers.
Q: What kind of potatoes work best?
A: Russet potatoes are recommended for their fluffy texture when mashed, but Yukon Gold potatoes would also work well.
Q: Can I add other vegetables?
A: Definitely! Feel free to add your favorite vegetables, such as green beans, zucchini, or corn.
We hope you enjoy this comforting and flavorful Hamburger Soup as much as we do! It’s a recipe you’ll come back to again and again.
Hamburger Soup
Ingredients
- 1 medium russet potato
- 2 TBSP Milk
- 1 TSP butter
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup carrots, chopped
- 1 cup bell pepper, chopped
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 6 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 TBSP tomato paste
Instructions
- Boil potato until tender. Mash and mix with milk and butter. Set aside.
- In a large soup pot or dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the beef, onion, carrots, and bell pepper. Stir and cook until the meat is almost browned.
- Add the minced garlic and continue to cook until the meat is completely browned.
- Pour in the beef broth, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Whisk in the tomato paste and mashed potato.
- Bring to a boil and then cover and lower the heat to a simmer. Let simmer for 30 minutes.
- Serve hot.
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