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Crock Pot Beef Hamburger Soup with Vegetables!

Updated on July 17, 2025
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Crock Pot Beef Hamburger Soup with Vegetables!

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Cozy Crock Pot Hamburger Soup with Vegetables

Let’s be honest—this soup doesn’t taste exactly like biting into a hamburger, but it comes surprisingly close! It’s a warm, comforting twist on a classic American favorite, and best of all, it’s much healthier. Packed with vegetables, lean ground beef, and hearty broth, this dish delivers big flavor without the greasy guilt of fast food.

This is one of those meals that’s perfect when you want something simple, satisfying, and fuss-free. It’s especially ideal for chilly evenings when you just want to curl up with something warm—or those busy days when dinner needs to basically make itself. It also happens to be one of my favorite things to cook when I’m feeling under the weather. Something about the combination of broth, beef, and veggies just hits the spot and soothes the soul.

One of the best parts? It’s made in the crock pot. That means minimal prep, fewer dishes, and more time to do everything else you need to do. Just toss the ingredients in, turn it on, and go about your day. Hours later, you’ll return to a kitchen filled with the cozy aroma of a home-cooked meal that tastes like you spent all day making it—even though you didn’t.

Crock pot meals are a lifesaver for busy families, and this one is no exception. It’s affordable, easy to prepare, and feeds a crowd. Whether you're cooking for your household, meal prepping for the week, or bringing a dish to a potluck, this hamburger soup checks all the boxes. Even better? There are rarely leftovers—everyone always goes back for seconds.

You can also customize it to your taste. Toss in extra veggies, swap the beef for turkey, or add a little spice if you're feeling bold. No matter how you tweak it, the base is solid and the flavors are family-friendly.

So, if you're looking for a wholesome, hearty, time-saving meal, this one deserves a spot in your crock pot rotation.

Enjoy your Crock Pot Hamburger Soup with Vegetables—and prepare for clean bowls all around!

Hamburger!

Really? Turn this into soup?
Really? Turn this into soup? | Source

Cook Time

Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 7 hours
Ready in: 7 hours 20 min
Yields: 6-8

Hamburger Soup

Delicious, filling and comforting
Delicious, filling and comforting

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground beef, browned
  • 1 cup carrots, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup celery, sliced
  • 1 pack dry onion soup mix, or 1 ounce
  • 1 pack dry Italian salad dressing mix, or 1 ounce
  • 1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 cups boiling water
  • 1 can diced tomatoes, 14 oz undrained
  • 1 can tomato sauce, 8 ounces
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 cups cooked macaroni
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Hamburger soup

It cooks like a stew!
It cooks like a stew!

Directions

  1. Brown the ground beef as normal. Drain the fat.80/20 is good for this recipe, you don't need to get rid of all the fat. Hamburgers are not healthy!
  2. Place the celery and carrots in the crock pot, top with beef, soup mix, salad dressing mix, seasoned salt and pepper. Add water, tomatoes with juice, tomato sauce and soy sauce. Mix well. Cover and cook on low 6-8 hours
  3. Stir in macaroni and Parmesan cheese. Cover and cook on high an additional 15-30 minutes until heated well. Sprinkle with parsley just before serving.
  4. Serve with sliced of French or Italian bread

Why Hamburger Soup Hits Differently

Hamburger soup may sound like an odd concept at first, but it’s actually a unique and delicious twist on traditional soups. What sets it apart is its ability to be both familiar and surprising. Unlike more refined or brothy soups, hamburger soup has a comforting, down-to-earth flavor that feels like a cozy bite of home—like your favorite burger, just in a bowl.

The foundation of hamburger soup is simple: ground beef, vegetables, and broth. But the combination somehow creates a flavor profile that’s both hearty and nostalgic. The beef adds richness and body, while the vegetables (usually things like potatoes, carrots, celery, green beans, and corn) balance it out with texture and nutrition. You can taste every ingredient, but they work together in harmony.

Another thing that makes it stand out is the seasoning. It often includes garlic, onion, and sometimes even tomato paste or diced tomatoes, giving it that slight ketchup-y tang that subtly mimics the flavor of a classic burger. And unlike many cream-based soups or stews, it remains light enough to not feel heavy—but still satisfies like a full meal.

Plus, it’s incredibly versatile. You can change up the veggies, add pasta or rice, or use ground turkey for a lighter option. It also freezes well, reheats beautifully, and is affordable to make in large batches—great for meal prep or feeding a crowd.

In short, hamburger soup takes the comfort of a cheeseburger and reinvents it in a healthier, spoonable form. It’s simple, hearty, and surprisingly crave-worthy.

This content is accurate and true to the best of the author’s knowledge and is not meant to substitute for formal and individualized advice from a qualified professional.

© 2013 Rebecca

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