Hearty Crockpot Ground Beef Soup for Cozy Nights
This Crockpot Ground Beef Soup is a hearty, protein-rich dish perfect for chilly nights, combining ground beef with vegetables for a warming meal.
Equipment
- Crockpot
- Skillet
Ingredients
For the Soup
- 2 lb Ground Beef Choose 80/20 for richness or 85/15 for leaner results
- 4 cups Potatoes Cubed, sweet potatoes can be a substitute
- 4 Carrots Sliced, can use chopped or baby carrots
- 3 Celery Sliced, bell peppers can be swapped
- 5 Garlic Cloves, minced
- 1 cup Tomato Sauce Can use tomato paste for thicker consistency
- 45 oz Fire-Roasted Tomatoes Regular canned tomatoes work too
- 4 cups Beef Broth Opt for low-sodium
- 1.5 tsp Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce can be an alternative
- 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning A mix of dried herbs works for flavor
- 1/2 tsp Onion Powder Can skip if using fresh onions
- 1/2 tsp Salt Adjust to taste
- 1/2 tsp Pepper Adjust to taste
- 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Can omit for a milder flavor
- 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be substituted
- 2 Bay Leaves Remove before serving
- 6 oz Tomato Paste Thickens the soup nicely
- 1 cup Corn Other frozen vegetables can be used
- 1 cup Peas Other frozen vegetables can be used
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- In a large skillet, warm the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the diced onion to the skillet, cooking for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- Incorporate the ground beef into the skillet, cooking until fully browned, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Drain any excess grease and stir in the minced garlic, sautéing for 1 minute.
- Prepare vegetables by cubing the potatoes and slicing the carrots and celery.
- In the crockpot, add the prepared vegetables, fire-roasted tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings.
- Gently fold the browned beef into the vegetable mixture in the crockpot.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-5 hours until vegetables are tender.
- About 15-20 minutes before serving, stir in the tomato paste, corn, and peas, cooking uncovered.
- Just before serving, remove the bay leaves and enjoy your heartwarming soup!
Notes
Optional: Garnish with shredded cheese or a dollop of sour cream for added creaminess.