Ingredients:
– 1 lb (450g) ground beef
– 1 large onion, chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 medium carrots, diced
– 2 stalks celery, diced
– 1 red bell pepper, diced
– 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
– 4 cups beef broth
– 1 tablespoon tomato paste
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
– 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
– Sour cream and sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions:
- Prepare the Soup Base:
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Cook the Ground Beef:
- Add the ground beef to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
- Add Vegetables and Spices:
- Stir in the diced carrots, celery, and red bell pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
- Add the tomato paste, smoked paprika, ground cumin, chili powder, and dried oregano. Stir well to combine.
- Simmer the Soup:
- Pour in the beef broth and add the diced tomatoes (with their juice). Bring the soup to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together. Stir occasionally.
- Season and Serve:
- Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir in the chopped parsley just before serving.
- Garnish:
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with a dollop of sour cream and sliced green onions.
Enjoy your hearty ground beef and vegetable soup!
Enjoy!