Savory Hamburger Stew: A Flavorful Delight for Every Palate

Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Hearty Hamburger Soup, a culinary masterpiece brimming with an assortment of fresh vegetables, lean beef, diced tomatoes, and potatoes. This quick and convenient dish is perfect for busy schedules, as it can be prepared ahead of time, is budget-friendly, reheats splendidly, and freezes exceptionally well.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs of lean ground beef
• 1 white onion, finely diced
• 1/4 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon of dried basil (adjust to taste)
• 1/4 teaspoon of seasoning salt
• 1 packet (1 1/2 ounces) of onion soup mix
• 6 cups of water (adjust to desired consistency)
• 1 (8 ounce) can of tomato sauce
• 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
• 1 (15 ounce) can of diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 (15 ounce) can of corn, drained
• 1 cup of sliced celery
• 1/4 cup of coarsely chopped celery leaves
• 1 cup of sliced fresh carrots
• 1 cup of white potatoes, peeled and cubed
• Garlic salt, to taste
• Shredded parmesan cheese, for serving
• Sour cream, for serving

Directions:

1. In a large pot, brown the ground beef and onion over medium heat. Drain any excess grease if necessary.
2. Add the ground black pepper, dried oregano, dried basil, seasoning salt, and onion soup mix to the pot. Stir well to combine.
3. Pour in the water, tomato sauce, and soy sauce. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat, cover, and let it simmer for approximately 15 minutes.
4. Add the diced tomatoes, corn, celery, celery leaves, carrots, and potatoes to the pot. Bring the mixture back to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer uncovered until the potatoes and carrots are tender, about 30 minutes. Add more water if needed to reach your desired consistency.
5. Season the soup to taste with garlic salt.
6. Serve the Hearty Hamburger Soup hot, garnished with shredded parmesan cheese and a dollop of sour cream.

Enjoy the heartwarming goodness of this savory stew, perfect for any occasion! Your taste buds will thank you. 🥰