Ultimate Hearty Hamburger Soup Recipe: Comfort in a Bowl

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs lean ground beef
• 1 white onion, peeled and diced
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp dried basil
• 1/4 tsp seasoning salt
• 1 (1.5 oz) package onion soup mix
• 6 cups water (adjust for desired consistency)
• 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
• 1 tsp soy sauce
• 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (15 oz) can corn, drained
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1/4 cup coarsely chopped celery leaves
• 1 cup chopped fresh carrots
• 1 cup white potatoes, peeled and diced
• Garlic salt, to taste
• Shredded Parmesan cheese, for serving
• Sour cream, for serving

Preparation:

In a large saucepan, brown the ground beef and diced onion over medium heat. Drain excess fat if needed. Add ground black pepper, dried thyme, dried basil, seasoning salt, and onion soup mix, stirring to combine. Pour in water, tomato sauce, and soy sauce. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.

Add diced tomatoes, corn, celery, celery leaves, carrots, and potatoes. Stir well, bring to a boil again, then reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes or until the potatoes and carrots are tender. Add more water if the soup becomes too thick. Season with garlic salt to taste.

Serve hot, topped with shredded Parmesan cheese and a dollop of sour cream. This hearty hamburger soup is perfect for cozy nights and meal prep!