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Hamburger Soup
This Hamburger Soup is quick, easy, inexpensive, make-ahead friendly, and deeply satisfying. It is elevated by a complex tomato broth spiked with a hint of smoky barbecue goodness that readers call "Delish," "LOVE IT!" and "Amazing." Say hello to your new family-favorite soup made on the stovetop or in the crockpot!
👥 6 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 40 min⏳ Prep: 15 min🔥 Cook: 25 min👤 Jen📖 carlsbadcravings
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- stove
- pot
- dutch oven
- oven
- slow cooker
📝 Preparation Steps
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Stove Top Directions
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Brown the beef with onions, carrots, and celery in a large Dutch oven or stock pot over medium-high heat until the veggies are softened, about ⏱️ 10 minutes. While the beef is cooking, prep the potatoes and bell pepper.
medium carrots, (chopped (1 1/2 cups))3
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Drain the excess grease if there is any (shouldn't be much if using lean beef). Add the garlic and spices and sauté for ⏱️ 30 seconds.
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Add the remaining soup ingredients, cover, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce to a simmer (gentle boil) over medium-low heat and cook, uncovered, for approximately ⏱️ 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
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Thin the soup to the desired consistency by adding additional water or broth, but this soup is supposed to be chunky. If desired, garnish individual servings with cheese (recommended!).
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Crockpot Hamburger Soup
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Brown the beef with onions, carrots, and celery in a large Dutch oven or stock pot over medium-high heat until veggies are softened, about ⏱️ 10 minutes. Drain the excess grease from the beef. Add the garlic and spices and sauté for ⏱️ 30 seconds. While the meat is cooking, prep the potatoes and bell pepper.
medium carrots, (chopped (1 1/2 cups))3
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Add the beef and the remaining soup ingredients to a 6-quart slow cooker BUT only use 4 cups of broth (instead of 5 1/2) because less liquid will be evaporated while cooking. You can add more broth once the soup is cooked.
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Cook on HIGH for ⏱️ 3-4 hours or on LOW for ⏱️ 6-8 hours or until potatoes are tender. Thin soup to desired consistency by adding additional water or broth, but this soup is supposed to be chunky.
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NOTE: Crockpot versions don't have as concentrated of flavor because none of the liquid evaporates while cooking so they generally need more seasonings - you may need to doctor the final product.
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