Chef Dee's Hamburger Soup

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Chef Dee's Hamburger Soup, a hearty, flavor-packed meal that's perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. This wholesome soup combines savory ground beef, tender carrots, celery, and potatoes, and vibrant green beans and corn, simmered to perfection in a rich beef broth infused with diced tomatoes, garlic, and a medley of Italian seasonings. Enhanced by a touch of Worcestershire sauce and tomato paste for depth, this classic recipe strikes the perfect balance between robust flavors and heartwarming simplicity. Ready in just one hour, this one-pot wonder is not only easy to prepare but also packed with nutritious vegetables, making it an ideal choice for a wholesome, soul-satisfying meal. Serve it piping hot with crusty bread or crackers for the ultimate comfort food experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 2 medium, peeled and diced carrots
• 2 diced celery stalks
• 1 large, peeled and diced potato
• 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 6 cups beef broth
• 1 cup frozen green beans
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Add the ground beef to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the diced carrots, celery, and potato. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Add the canned diced tomatoes, beef broth, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Season with Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and add the bay leaf.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 8

Stir in the frozen green beans and corn, and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until heated through.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf and taste for seasoning, adjusting salt and pepper if needed.

Step 10

Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers for a complete and satisfying meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3683.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2177.4

Total Fat 126.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.0g
Cholesterol 338.1mg	0%
Sodium 9899.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 163.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.1g	0%
Total Sugars 49.1g
Protein 115.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 625.2mg	0%
Iron 18.9mg	0%
Potassium 6563.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.5%

Protein: 20.5%

Carbs: 29.0%