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Classic Crockpot Ground Beef Soup

Classic Crockpot Ground Beef Soup for Cozy Comfort Nights

Enjoy a warm bowl of Classic Crockpot Ground Beef Soup, perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Course dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 8 cups
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • - Crockpot
  • - Skillet
  • - Knife
  • - Cutting board

Ingredients
  

For the Base

  • 2 lb Ground Beef Opt for 85/15 for a leaner option.
  • 4 cups Beef Broth Vegetable broth for a lighter option.
  • 5 cloves Garlic Freshly minced is best.
  • Olive Oil Used for browning meat; substitute with vegetable oil if preferred.
  • 1 medium Onion Adds flavor and sweetness; can substitute with shallots.

For the Vegetables

  • 4 cups Potatoes Yukon Gold or Russets work well.
  • 4 Carrots Can use parsnips for variation.
  • 3 stalks Celery Can be omitted if desired.
  • 45 oz Fire-Roasted Tomatoes Regular diced tomatoes are a substitute.
  • 1 cup Corn Can use frozen vegetables.
  • 1 cup Peas Can use frozen vegetables.

For the Seasoning

  • 1.5 tsp Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning Use individual herbs if not available.
  • 0.5 tsp Onion Powder Leave out if using fresh onion.
  • 0.5 tsp Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 0.5 tsp Pepper Adjust according to taste.
  • 0.25 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Substitute with black pepper for less spiciness.
  • 0.5 tsp Smoked Paprika Regular paprika is a substitute.
  • 2 Bay Leaves Remove before serving.

For Thickness and Flavor

  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce Tomato puree is an alternative.
  • 6 oz Tomato Paste Can skip if unavailable.

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté diced onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant. Add ground beef and cook until well-browned, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess grease.
  • Chop potatoes, carrots, and celery into bite-sized pieces.
  • Add all prepped vegetables to the crockpot, along with the fire-roasted tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, and bay leaves. Stir to combine.
  • Pour the browned beef along with any juices from the skillet into the crockpot. Mix thoroughly.
  • Cover and set the crockpot on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-5 hours, until the potatoes and carrots are tender.
  • About 15-20 minutes before serving, stir in the tomato paste. Add corn and peas, cooking uncovered until heated through. Remember to remove the bay leaves before serving.

Notes

Optional: Garnish with fresh herbs or a sprinkle of cheese for an extra touch of flavor.
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