Hamburger Soup Recipe

This Hamburger Soup Recipe is a hearty and easy recipe, which is made with ground beef and red potatoes. It’s the ultimate comfort food recipe, ready in about 45 minutes.

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Hamburger Soup Ingredients

• 2 1/2 lb. ground chuck
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 14 oz. can whole tomatoes
• 3 cups beef stock or beef broth, plus more as needed
• 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and diced
• 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
• 1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
• 4 carrots, peeled and sliced on the diagonal
• 5 red potatoes, cut into chunks
• 3 Tbsp. tomato paste
• 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, more to taste
• 1/2 tsp. black pepper, more to taste
• 2 tsp. dried parsley flakes
• 1/2 tsp. ground oregano
• 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper, more to taste

How To Make Hamburger Soup

1. Brown the meat and aromatics: In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground chuck with the onion, celery, and garlic over medium-high heat until the meat is browned. Drain off as much fat as possible.
2. Combine all ingredients: Return the pot to the heat and add the whole tomatoes, beef stock, all three bell peppers, carrots, red potatoes, tomato paste, salt, pepper, parsley, oregano, and cayenne pepper.
3. Simmer the soup: Stir everything to combine and bring the soup to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
4. Taste and serve: Taste the soup and adjust the seasonings with more salt or cayenne pepper if needed. Serve hot.

Recipe Tips

• What kind of ground beef is best? Ground chuck (80/20) is great for flavor, but be sure to drain the fat well. For a leaner soup, you can use ground sirloin (90/10).
• Can I use other vegetables? Yes, this soup is very forgiving. A cup of frozen corn, peas, or cut green beans can be added during the last 10 minutes of simmering.
• Can I make this in a slow cooker? Absolutely. Brown the meat with the onion, celery, and garlic on the stovetop first, then transfer everything to a slow cooker. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
• How can I make the soup thicker? For a thicker, stew-like consistency, you can mash some of the cooked potatoes against the side of the pot with a spoon to release their starches.

What To Serve With Hamburger Soup

This hearty soup is a complete meal, but it’s even better with a classic side.

• Warm cornbread with butter
• A classic grilled cheese sandwich for dipping
• Saltine or oyster crackers

How To Store Hamburger Soup

• Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. The flavors will continue to meld and it’s often even better the next day.
• Freeze: This soup freezes exceptionally well. Let it cool completely, then store it in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

Hamburger Soup Nutrition Facts

• Serving Size: 1 bowl
• Calories: 480 kcal
• Fat: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Protein: 35g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

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