Hamburger Soup

This soup is a real crowd pleaser that is easy to make and freezes well. Perfect to take to the office in the summer (we’re not the only ones who freeze indoors in the summer, right??)

You will need:

• 28 ounces of crushed tomatoes

• 28 ounces of water

• 2 pounds of ground beef

• 32 ounces of beef stock

• 1 onion, chopped

• 4-5 cloves of chopped garlic

• 5-6 stalks of celery, sliced into chunks

• 4 cups of potatoes, peeled and cut into bite sized chunks

• 4 cups of carrots, peeled and cut into bite sized chunks

• 2 teaspoons dried oregano

• 2 teaspoons dried thyme

• 1 teaspoon dried parsley

• Red pepper flakes, to taste (I use about 1 full teaspoon)

• Salt and pepper, to taste

1. Using a large dutch oven, brown the ground beef, drain and set aside.

2. In the same pot add the onions and celery, stirring occasionally, until they are tender.

3. Add the garlic and continue cooking for several minutes.

4. Return the ground beef to the pot with the onions, garlic, and celery.

5. Add the crushed tomatoes, water, and beef stock. Stir to combine.

6. Add the potatoes, carrots, and herbs.

7. Simmer until the carrots and potatoes are fork tender.

Enjoy!