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Grandma's Vegetable Soup

Grandma's Vegetable Soup brings together tender ground beef, tomatoes, and a mix of potatoes, carrots, onion, green beans, and corn for a hearty, homestyle bowl. The tomato base is bright and savory with a gentle warmth from ginger, making each spoonful satisfying and nostalgic. It’s a comforting choice for lunch or a chilly evening when you want something warming and substantial.

  • Prep20 mins
  • Cook1 hr 5 mins
  • Serves8
  • DifficultyEasy
Grandma's Vegetable Soup
  1. 1

    Gather the ingredients.

  2. 2

    Cook and stir the ground beef in a hot saucepan over medium heat until it is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes.

  3. 3

    Drain off the grease and pour in the tomato juice.

  4. 4

    Add the potatoes, carrots, and onion, then pour in the undrained green beans and corn. Season with ginger, salt, and pepper. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1 hour.

About This Recipe

Grandma's Vegetable Soup is an American soup recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 25 mins, serves 8, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Carrot, Diced Potatoes, Green Beans, and Ground Beef. Each serving provides about 291.73 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Grandma's Vegetable Soup?
It is an American soup recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for soup.
What is Grandma's Vegetable Soup made of?
The main ingredients are Carrot, Diced Potatoes, Green Beans, Ground Beef, Ground Ginger. The full list of 9 is above.
How long does it take to make Grandma's Vegetable Soup?
About 1 hr 25 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 1 hr 5 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 291.73 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Grandma's Vegetable Soup easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 4 steps.

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