Easy Vegetable Beef Soup with Ground Beef Recipes

 

Making vegetable beef soup with ground beef is a hearty and comforting dish that's perfect for any day of the week. Here's a simple recipe for you:

Ingredients:

- 1 lb (450g) lean ground beef

- 1 onion, chopped

- 3 cloves garlic, minced

- 2 carrots, diced

- 2 celery stalks, diced

- 1 bell pepper, diced

- 1 can (14 oz / 400g) diced tomatoes

- 4 cups (1 liter) beef broth

- 2 cups (480ml) water

- 2 potatoes, peeled and diced

- 1 cup (150g) frozen corn kernels

- 1 cup (150g) frozen green beans

- 1 teaspoon dried thyme

- 1 teaspoon dried oregano

- Salt and pepper to taste

- 2 tablespoons olive oil

- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Brown the Ground Beef:

•    Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.

2. Add Aromatics:

• Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.

3. Add Vegetables:

• Stir in diced carrots, celery, and bell pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

4. Add Broth and Tomatoes:

• Pour in the diced tomatoes, beef broth, and water. Stir well to combine.

5. Season and Simmer:

• Add diced potatoes, frozen corn, frozen green beans, dried thyme, and dried oregano to the pot. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste.
• Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

6. Adjust Seasoning:

• Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if needed. You can add more salt, pepper, or herbs according to your preference.

7. Serve:

• Ladle the vegetable beef soup into bowls. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

8. Enjoy:

• Serve hot and enjoy your delicious and hearty vegetable beef soup!

Feel free to customize this recipe by adding other vegetables you have on hand or by adjusting the seasoning to suit your taste. Serve with crusty bread or crackers for a complete meal.