Ingredients
This is just a quick overview of the ingredients that you’ll need for a pot of lazy day hamburger soup. As always, specific measurements and step-by-step cooking instructions are included in the printable recipe box at the bottom of the post.
Ground beef: also called “hamburger,” you can use any variety available. I typically reach for ground round (85% lean), but you can use ground chuck or ground sirloin (lean ground beef) if you prefer. Ground turkey or ground chicken also work well here. If using the chicken or turkey, you might prefer chicken broth or chicken stock instead of beef broth.
Onion, garlic, carrots, and celery: fresh vegetables that add flavor, texture, and nutrition to the pot.
Can of diced tomatoes: I like petite-diced tomatoes, which are just cut into smaller, bite-sized pieces, making it easier to scoop them up with a spoon.
Green beans: fresh or frozen is fine.
Potatoes: red potatoes, yukon gold potatoes, or peeled, diced russet potatoes is fine.
Beef broth and water: form the liquid base of the soup.
Tomato paste: thickens the soup slightly and adds rich tomato flavor.
Oregano, thyme, bay leaf, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper: spices that make the beef soup taste even better.
Fresh parsley: for a bright finishing touch.
Optional additional veggies: diced zucchini, frozen corn, and/or sliced fresh mushrooms.
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