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Two bowls of hearty hamburger soup with potatoes, carrots, and celery next to crusty bread
Annie’s Table

Hamburger Soup – Hearty One-Pot Comfort Food

This hearty hamburger soup combines lean ground beef, fresh vegetables, and savory broth in one pot. It’s quick, comforting, and perfect for meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 800
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ pounds lean ground beef 85/15 or 90/10
  • 1 large yellow onion diced
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 medium carrots peeled and diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 2 russet potatoes peeled and diced
  • 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes with juices
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano

Equipment

  • 1 Large Dutch oven or heavy pot
  • 1 Sharp chef’s knife
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. In a large pot over medium heat, cook ground beef, onion, and garlic for 8–10 minutes until browned.
  2. Stir in tomato paste and cook 2 minutes until darkened and fragrant.
  3. Add carrots, celery, potatoes, broth, tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and oregano. Stir to combine.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20–25 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning. Let soup rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use ground turkey instead of beef for a lighter version (add 1 tbsp oil).
  • Mash a few potatoes into the broth to naturally thicken the soup.
  • Soup freezes well for up to 3 months in airtight containers.
  • Add green beans, peas, corn, or bell peppers for extra vegetables.