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Hearty Ground Beef and Veggie Soup

Hearty Ground Beef and Veggie Soup features a rich tomato base brimming with tender potatoes, sweet corn, green beans, and peas, all rounded out by savory ground beef. Gentle notes of thyme and bay leaf add depth, making each spoonful cozy and satisfying. Serve it on a chilly evening or for a comforting family dinner that warms from the inside out.

  • Prep20 mins
  • Cook1 hr 15 mins
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyEasy
Hearty Ground Beef and Veggie Soup
  1. 1

    Break up the ground beef into a stockpot over medium-high heat; cook and stir until the beef is crumbled, evenly browned, and no longer pink, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain and discard any extra grease.

  2. 2

    Stir in the carrots, celery, and onion; cook and stir until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Stir in the potatoes, corn, green beans, undrained peas, tomato sauce, and crushed whole tomatoes. Season with black pepper; add the bay leaf and thyme.

  4. 4

    Add 1/4 cup water if needed, adding more as needed while cooking.

  5. 5

    Bring the soup to a simmer; cover and cook, stirring regularly, until the potatoes are tender, about 1 hour.

  6. 6

    Serve hot and enjoy!

About This Recipe

Hearty Ground Beef and Veggie Soup is an American dinner recipe made with 14 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 35 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Carrot, Celery, and Crushed Tomatoes. Each serving provides about 700.38 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Hearty Ground Beef and Veggie Soup?
It is an American soup recipe made with 14 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
What is Hearty Ground Beef and Veggie Soup made of?
The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Carrot, Celery, Crushed Tomatoes, Dried Bay Leaves. The full list of 14 is above.
What goes well with Hearty Ground Beef and Veggie Soup?
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How long does it take to make Hearty Ground Beef and Veggie Soup?
About 1 hr 35 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 1 hr 15 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 700.38 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Hearty Ground Beef and Veggie Soup easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 14 ingredients and 6 steps.

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