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Classic Ground Beef Potato Soup

A comforting and hearty soup perfect for chilly days, made with ground beef, potatoes, and vegetables.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
  • 4 medium potatoes, diced
  • 1 each onion, chopped
  • 2 each carrots, diced
  • 3 cups beef broth Can substitute with vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
  • 1 cup milk Can use low-fat or dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • to taste none Salt
  • to taste none Pepper

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onions and diced carrots; sauté until soft.
  3. Add the ground beef and cook until browned.
  4. Stir in the diced potatoes, beef broth, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
  6. Stir in the milk before serving.

Notes

Serve warm, topped with fresh herbs or cheese, and pair with crusty bread or a simple salad. For extra flavor, add a bay leaf while simmering the soup. You can mix in your favorite vegetables, like peas or corn, and adjust the thickness of the soup by adding more or less beef broth.