Easy Slow Cooker Beef Veggie Soup 🥣
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Description:
Warm up your weeknights with this hearty and delicious Easy Slow Cooker Beef Veggie Soup. Bursting with savory flavors and wholesome ingredients, this recipe is a breeze to make and perfect for sharing with loved ones.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 lb | Lean ground beef |
| 1 | Onion |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 1/4 tsp | Pepper |
| 3 cups | Water |
| 3 | Potatoes, diced |
| 1 can | Italian-style diced tomatoes |
| 1 | Celery stalk, sliced |
| 1 | Carrot, sliced |
| 1 tsp | Sugar |
| 2 tsp | Dried parsley flakes |
| 1 tsp | Dried basil |
| 1 | Bay leaf |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 200.6
- Fat Content: 5.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 36.9mg
- Sodium Content: 431.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 23.4g
- Fiber Content: 3.7g
- Sugar Content: 6.4g
- Protein Content: 14g
Instructions:
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In a nonstick skillet, cook the ground beef and onion over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink. Once cooked, drain any excess fat.
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Transfer the cooked beef and onion mixture into a 5-quart slow cooker.
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Add the remaining ingredients to the slow cooker: salt, pepper, water, diced potatoes, Italian-style diced tomatoes, sliced celery, sliced carrots, sugar, dried parsley flakes, dried basil, and the bay leaf.
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Stir all the ingredients in the slow cooker until well combined.
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Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to cook on low heat for about 4 hours, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together beautifully.
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Once the cooking time is complete, carefully remove and discard the bay leaf from the soup.
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Serve your Easy Slow Cooker Beef Veggie Soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired, and enjoy the comforting flavors of this wholesome dish!
Notes:
- For added depth of flavor, consider adding a splash of Worcestershire sauce or a sprinkle of your favorite dried herbs.
- This soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, making it a convenient option for meal prep or leftovers.
- Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite vegetables or adjusting the seasoning to suit your taste preferences.
Prepare this Easy Slow Cooker Beef Veggie Soup for a cozy weeknight meal that’s sure to warm both body and soul. With simple ingredients and minimal effort, it’s a recipe that’s bound to become a family favorite. Enjoy!
