Easy Ground Beef Vegetable Soup (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Meat & Seasonings
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1 pound lean ground beef
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1 teaspoon salt, plus extra to taste
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon ground thyme
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1 teaspoon oregano
→ Fresh Produce
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1 cup sweet onions, diced
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3-5 cloves garlic, minced
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3 stalks celery, diced
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1 pound potatoes, diced
→ Pantry & Frozen Items
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1 teaspoon vegetable oil
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32 ounces canned whole tomatoes
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4 cups beef broth
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1 pound frozen mixed vegetables
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1 teaspoon granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon beef bouillon (optional)
# Instructions:
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Heat a large pot or Dutch oven (6qt or larger) on the stovetop. Add vegetable oil and once hot, sauté onions until softened. Add garlic and cook for another 30-60 seconds until fragrant.
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Add ground beef to the pot. Season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Cook until the meat is no longer pink.
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Stir in celery, whole tomatoes, beef broth, potatoes, thyme, and oregano. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes until potatoes are tender.
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Add frozen mixed vegetables and return to a boil. Stir in sugar and beef bouillon. Adjust seasoning with salt to taste. Remove from heat and serve hot.
# Notes:
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This hearty soup can also be made in a slow cooker (4 hours on high/8 hours on low) or Instant Pot (5 minutes high pressure + 5 minutes natural release).
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If using ground beef that's less than 90% lean, drain excess fat after browning the meat.