This Hearty Ground Beef Vegetable Soup is a thick, rich, and comforting meal in a bowl. It’s packed with savory ground beef and a generous blend of potatoes, carrots, celery, and canned vegetables, simmered in a seasoned tomato base. This is the perfect soup for a chilly evening or a satisfying family dinner.

Instructions:

1. Step 1: Brown Ground Beef: Crumble the ground beef into a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Cook and stir until the beef is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink (about 7-10 minutes). Drain and discard any excess grease.
2. Step 2: Sauté Vegetables: Stir in the carrots, celery, and onion. Cook and stir until the vegetables are soft (about 5 minutes).
3. Step 3: Add Remaining Ingredients: Stir in the potatoes, corn, green beans, undrained peas, tomato sauce, and crushed whole tomatoes. Season with black pepper, bay leaf, and thyme.
4. Step 4: Simmer: Pour in ¼ cup water if needed (replenishing as needed while cooking to keep a soupy consistency). Bring the soup to a simmer. Cover and cook, stirring regularly, until the potatoes are tender (about 1 hour). Remove the bay leaf before serving.