Description
This classic vegetable beef soup combines tender ground beef and plenty of vegetables in a savory tomato broth. It’s a hearty and healthy meal that’s easy to prepare and perfect for any season.
Ingredients
Scale
- Soup Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, sliced
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups green beans, chopped
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
Instructions
- Preparation
- Brown ground beef: In a large pot, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Vegetables and aromatics: Add diced onion and minced garlic to the beef and sauté until softened.
- Soup assembly
- Add vegetables and liquids: Stir in carrots, celery, potatoes, diced tomatoes, and beef broth.
- Season: Add oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Simmer: Reduce heat and simmer soup uncovered for 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
- Add green beans and corn: Stir in chopped green beans and corn. Cook for an additional 10 minutes.
- Final steps
- Adjust seasoning: Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
- Prep Time: PT15M
- Cook Time: PT40M
- Method: Soup
- Cuisine: American