Hamburger Soup Recipe for All Levels of Cooks

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My first introduction to hamburger soup was while having a game night with some friends.

My good friend got the recipe from her sister, who is the wife of a farmer and makes it each year when they have their bull sale. Hearty and filling, she makes a substantial amount that satisfies the hungry crowd.

As I had never tried it before, I was excited to see how it tasted. Besides a person who loves a new recipe, I’m always looking for something the kids will enjoy and isn’t our norm.

In short, the hamburger soup tasted phenomenal! The kids had two bowls a piece and raved about the flavor; a compliment to the cook. Well, that was it, the very next week the kids requested I make it again and the rest is history.

So, here it is, the popular…

Hamburger Soup

By Jenn

Cook time 1 1/2 -3 hours

Items Needed:

1. Large stockpot
2. Medium pot
3. Chopping board
4. Cutting knife
5. Whisk

Ingredients:

1. 6-9 cups of chicken broth
2. 8 cups of diced potatoes (with or without skin).
3. 1 1/2 cups chopped carrots
4. 1 1/2 cups chopped onion
5. 2 lbs. ground beef
6. 1 1/2 cups chopped celery
7. 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
8. 2 teaspoons basil
9. 2 teaspoons parsley

Ingredients for making the roux:

1. 6 Tablespoons butter
2. 1/2 cup flour

Additional toppings (optional)

1. Shredded cheese
2. Fritos

Directions:

• In a large stockpot bring 6 cups chicken broth to a boil.

• Add diced potatoes (with or without the skins).

• Next, brown the ground beef with desired seasonings.

• Add to the stockpot.

• With reserved drippings from the burger, saute onions, carrots, celery, and garlic for 3 to 5 minutes.

• Add to the stockpot and cook until the veggies reach the desired consistency.
• At this point, add your basil and parsley.

• Make your roux by melting the butter and then stirring in your 1/2 cup of flour until you have a paste.

• Stir into the soup until well mixed.

• If needed add additional cups of chicken broth. I determine this before adding the roux.
• Serve.

• Top each dish with cheese or other desired toppings.

Now, if you will excuse me, I’m going to clean up my kitchen ;). Enjoy!

–Heather Earles