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A close-up shot of a hearty bowl of Hamburger Soup filled with ground beef, potatoes, and carrots, garnished with fresh dill.

Hearty Crockpot Hamburger Soup

This comforting Crockpot Hamburger Soup is a delicious and easy one-pot meal, packed with ground beef, vegetables, and savory broth. It's perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1.5 lbs lean ground beef
  • 1 yellow onion medium, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 2 carrots medium, peeled and sliced or diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups beef broth low sodium preferred
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 28 oz, undrained
  • 1 can tomato sauce 15 oz
  • 2 lbs potatoes Yukon Gold or Russet, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce optional, for depth of flavor
  • 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly ground, or to taste
  • 1 can green beans 15 oz, drained, or 1 cup frozen green beans
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • 6-quart or larger Slow Cooker (Crockpot)
  • Large Skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • Sharp Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Prepare Ingredients
  1. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Break it apart with a spoon as it cooks. Once fully browned, drain any excess grease thoroughly. Transfer the cooked beef to the slow cooker.
  2. In the same skillet (no need to clean), add the chopped onion, celery, and carrots. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the slow cooker with the beef.
Combine and Cook
  1. Add the beef broth, undrained diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, diced potatoes, Italian seasoning, bay leaf, Worcestershire sauce (if using), salt, and black pepper to the slow cooker. Stir everything gently to combine.
  2. Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 4-6 hours, or on HIGH for 2-3 hours, or until the potatoes are tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
Finish and Serve
  1. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the drained canned green beans (or frozen green beans). If using frozen, allow an extra 15-20 minutes for them to heat through.
  2. Carefully remove and discard the bay leaf. Taste the soup and adjust seasonings (salt and pepper) if needed.
  3. Ladle the Hearty Crockpot Hamburger Soup into bowls. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, if desired, and serve hot with crusty bread or crackers.

Notes

For a thicker soup, you can mash a few of the cooked potato cubes against the side of the slow cooker before serving. Feel free to add other vegetables like corn, peas, or bell peppers. Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, or can be frozen for up to 3 months.