→ LET’S MAKE IT!
1. Brown the ground beef.
Heat a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it into crumbles, until browned and cooked through to 160°F (71°C). Drain excess grease if needed.
2. Add the onion and garlic.
Stir in the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Build the soup base.
Add the carrots, celery, potatoes, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, paprika, black pepper, and bay leaf if using. Stir everything together.
4. Let it simmer.
Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover partially and simmer for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes and carrots begin to soften.
5. Add the remaining vegetables.
Stir in the green beans, corn, and peas. Simmer for another 10–15 minutes, until all the vegetables are tender and the soup is piping hot.
6. Taste and adjust.
Remove the bay leaf. Taste the broth and add salt or extra pepper as needed. If the soup is thicker than you prefer, add a little more broth. For a richer flavor, let it simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes.
7. Serve and enjoy!
Ladle into warm bowls and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve with crusty bread, cornbread, or crackers for the perfect comforting dinner!
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✧ LITTLE SECRETS FOR THE BEST SOUP
» Build the flavor: Browning the beef and softening the onion before adding the broth gives the soup a deeper, richer taste.
» Use what you have: Swap in cabbage, zucchini, lima beans, or any vegetables waiting in your fridge or freezer.
» Make it heartier: Add ½ cup of small pasta or a handful of barley, adjusting the broth and cooking time as needed.
» Love a little spice? Add a pinch of crushed red pepper or a dash of hot sauce.
» Make it ahead: The flavors develop beautifully overnight. Refrigerate leftovers promptly and enjoy within 3–4 days.
♥ WHAT TO SERVE WITH IT
★ Warm cornbread with butter
★ Crusty French bread
★ Buttery saltine crackers
★ Grilled cheese sandwiches
★ A crisp green salad
✦ YOUR TURN!
What’s the one ingredient you always add to homemade vegetable soup?
Are you team extra potatoes, sweet corn, green beans, or a little pasta? Tell us in the comments!
Save this recipe for a chilly evening, share it with someone who loves homemade comfort food, and keep this easy one-pot favorite close by. ★
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Thank you for spending a little time with us today. ❤️
✍️ Written with care by BASSMA EL-HAZIBI
