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Close-up of a steaming pot of hamburger soup, filled with ground beef, carrots, peas, corn, and tomatoes.

Hamburger Soup

This hearty hamburger soup is a comforting and flavorful meal, perfect for a chilly evening. It's packed with vegetables and tender ground beef, making it a satisfying dish for the whole family.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup carrots diced
  • 1 cup celery stalks diced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes undrained
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup potatoes diced
  • 1/2 cup corn frozen or canned
  • 1/2 cup peas frozen or canned
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt to taste salt
  • Black pepper to taste black pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the diced carrots and celery. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Pour in the undrained diced tomatoes and beef broth. Add the diced potatoes, corn, peas, thyme, and rosemary. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  5. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 20 minutes, or until the potatoes and vegetables are tender.
  6. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Serve hot.

Notes

For a thicker soup, you can add a tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with a little water during the last 5 minutes of simmering. You can also add other vegetables like green beans or spinach.

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