Description
Comforting hamburger noodle soup delivers hearty midwest flavors in one satisfying bowl. Rich beef broth and tender noodles invite you to savor classic home-style goodness with each delicious spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
protein:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups diced hamburger meat
protein enhancers:
- 2 cups egg noodles
- 1/4 cup beef broth
vegetables and seasonings:
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp dried parsley
liquid base:
- 4 cups beef stock
- 2 cups water
garnish and optional additions:
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and brown ground beef until completely cooked through, breaking meat into small crumbles.
- Add chopped onions, carrots, celery, and garlic to the beef, sautéing for 4-5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften and release their aromatic qualities.
- Pour beef stock and water into the pot, stirring to combine and scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and dried parsley, creating a robust flavor profile for the soup.
- Bring the liquid to a rolling boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and allow the soup to simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing flavors to meld together.
- Introduce egg noodles into the simmering soup, cooking for an additional 6-8 minutes until noodles reach an al dente texture.
- Verify the meat is thoroughly heated and noodles are tender, adjusting seasoning if necessary.
- Ladle the hot soup into serving bowls, garnishing with fresh chopped parsley and optional shredded cheddar cheese for added richness.
- Serve immediately while piping hot, enjoying the hearty combination of tender meat, vegetables, and comforting noodles.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef (90/10) to reduce excess fat while maintaining rich flavor and keeping the soup lighter.
- Swap egg noodles with gluten-free alternatives like zucchini noodles or chickpea pasta for celiac or low-carb diets.
- Enhance nutritional value by adding extra vegetables like spinach, kale, or diced bell peppers during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Create a vegetarian version by replacing ground beef with plant-based crumbles or lentils, maintaining the soup’s hearty texture and protein content.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-45 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg