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Classic Ground Beef Soup

Classic Ground Beef Soup
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Classic Ground Beef Soup is a hearty and comforting recipe that combines lean ground beef with fresh vegetables and rich beef broth, creating a nourishing, flavorful bowl perfect for any season. Easy to prepare and family-friendly, this soup warms the soul with every savory spoonful.

Ingredients

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Meat and Broth

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 6 cups beef broth

Vegetables

  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium potatoes, diced
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes

Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 2 bay leaves

Instructions

  1. Brown the Beef: Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook until browned and crumbly, stirring occasionally to break apart. Drain excess fat if needed to keep the soup light and clean-tasting.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: Add the diced onion, carrot, celery, and minced garlic to the pot with the beef. Cook until the vegetables soften and the onion turns translucent, filling your kitchen with a warm, inviting aroma.
  3. Add Broth and Tomatoes: Pour in the beef broth and diced tomatoes, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to let it simmer slowly, melding all the flavors together beautifully.
  4. Add Potatoes and Seasonings: Stir in the diced potatoes, salt, pepper, and your preferred herbs like thyme or bay leaves. Simmer the soup until the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to deepen.
  5. Final Taste and Serve: Give the soup a final taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Remove bay leaves before serving. Ladle into bowls and enjoy the heartwarming taste of your homemade classic ground beef soup!

Notes

  • Use lean ground beef to keep the soup from becoming greasy while maintaining rich flavor.
  • Properly browning the ground beef adds caramelized notes that elevate the dish.
  • Don’t rush the simmering process; slow simmering helps flavors marry and ingredients soften perfectly.
  • Add fresh thyme or parsley near the end for a bright herbal lift.
  • Adjust salt carefully at the end, especially if using store-bought broth to avoid over-salting.

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