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A close-up view of a hearty Crockpot Hamburger Soup bubbling in a dark slow cooker, rich with ground beef, potatoes, and vegetables.
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Hearty Crockpot Hamburger Soup

A comforting and easy one-pot meal packed with savory ground beef, tender vegetables, and a rich, seasoned broth, perfect for a chilly evening. This hearty soup comes together effortlessly in your slow cooker.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 340
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs Ground Beef 80/20 lean recommended
  • 1 large Yellow Onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 6 cups Beef Broth low sodium
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes 14.5 oz, undrained
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
  • 2 medium Potatoes peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 3 medium Carrots peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
  • 2 stalks Celery sliced
  • 1 cup Frozen Mixed Vegetables (peas, corn, green beans)
  • 1 tsp Dried Italian Seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Dried Thyme
  • 1 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper or to taste
  • 1 Bay Leaf
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped, for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker (6-quart or larger)
  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic during the last 5 minutes of cooking, stirring until the onion is softened and the garlic is fragrant. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Transfer the browned beef, onion, and garlic mixture to your slow cooker.
  3. Add the beef broth, diced tomatoes (undrained), tomato paste, diced potatoes, sliced carrots, sliced celery, Italian seasoning, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, bay leaf, and Worcestershire sauce to the slow cooker. Stir everything well to combine.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, or until the vegetables are tender.
  5. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the frozen mixed vegetables and continue cooking until they are heated through and tender.
  6. Carefully remove and discard the bay leaf. Taste the soup and adjust seasonings if necessary.
  7. Ladle the hot soup into bowls. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For a thicker soup, you can mash a portion of the cooked potatoes against the side of the slow cooker or remove about 1/2 cup of broth, whisk in 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, then return it to the pot during the last hour of cooking. Leftover Crockpot Hamburger Soup stores well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.