Description
Indulge in the warmth of this hearty Chunky Ground Beef and Potato Soup, perfect for chilly evenings. A delightful blend of savory ground beef, tender potatoes, and fresh vegetables creates a comforting meal that nourishes both body and soul. This simple recipe is budget-friendly, customizable, and ideal for family gatherings or meal prep. Enjoy every delicious spoonful as it fills you up with wholesome goodness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 3 medium russet or Yukon Gold potatoes (peeled and cubed)
- 2 medium carrots (diced)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, sauté diced onions and minced garlic until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Increase heat to medium-high and add ground beef; cook until browned (7-10 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in diced carrots and cubed potatoes; cook for another 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
- Add beef broth and diced tomatoes; stir well to combine.
- Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low; simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then remove bay leaves before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg