Vegetable Ground Beef Soup.

Here’s a hearty, flavorful Vegetable and Ground Beef Soup that’s perfect for any day — filling, comforting, and packed with nutrients 🥕🥔🥩

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🍲 Vegetable Ground Beef Soup

Ingredients (6 servings)

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 medium onion, chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 3 carrots, sliced

• 2 celery stalks, sliced

• 2 medium potatoes, diced

• 1 bell pepper, diced

• 1 zucchini, diced (optional)

• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes

• 6 cups beef or vegetable broth

• 1 tsp dried thyme

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• 1 bay leaf

• Salt & black pepper to taste

• 1–2 cups chopped greens (spinach, kale, or cabbage)

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Instructions

1. Brown the beef

   • In a large pot, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.

2. Sauté vegetables

   • Add onion and garlic, cook until soft.

   • Add carrots, celery, bell pepper, and potatoes. Cook 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. Add liquids & seasonings

   • Pour in broth and diced tomatoes.

   • Add thyme, oregano, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.

   • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 25–30 minutes, until veggies are tender.

4. Add quick-cooking veggies

   • Stir in zucchini and chopped greens. Simmer another 5–10 minutes.

5. Adjust seasonings

   • Taste and add more salt, pepper, or herbs as needed.

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Optional Enhancements

• Add ½ cup pasta, rice, or barley for extra body

• Sprinkle Parmesan or shredded cheddar on top

• Dash of hot sauce or smoked paprika for a subtle kick

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This soup stores well — flavors deepen after a day in the fridge. Freezes beautifully too.

If you want, I can give a one-pot, faster version that cooks in under 30 minutes, still hearty and flavorful.