Hamburger Soup

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium onion (chopped)
• 3 medium carrots (diced)
• 2 stalks celery (chopped)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 14 ounces diced tomatoes (1 can)
• 4-6 cups beef broth (low sodium)
• 2 large potatoes (diced)
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1-2 cubes beef bouillon
• salt and pepper (to taste)
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)

Instructions

1. 1

   Brown the Beef:: In a large pot over medium heat, warm the oil. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula.

2. 2

   Sauté the Basics:: In the same pot, toss in the onions, carrots, and celery. Cook until the onions become translucent and the veggies soften a bit.

3. 3

   Aromatic Additions:: Stir in the minced garlic and cook just until fragrant—about a minute.

4. 4

   Soup It Up:: Add in the diced tomatoes, beef broth, diced potatoes, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning and beef bouillon. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil.

5. 5

   Simmer & Savor:: Reduce heat, cover, and let simmer for about 25-30 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.

6. 6

   Finishing Touches:: Stir in the green peas and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.

7. 7

   Serve Warm:: Ladle the soup into bowls, sprinkle with some freshly chopped parsley, and serve with a side of crusty bread.