Beefy Tomato Soup with Garlic Flavor
Beefy Tomato Soup with Garlic Flavor is your ultimate winter comfort food. This hearty dish combines tender ground beef, vibrant diced tomatoes, and aromatic garlic in a rich broth that warms the soul. Perfect for cozy dinners or family gatherings, this soup is easy to make and sure to impress. Serve it with crusty bread or a grilled cheese sandwich for an irresistible meal that brings smiles all around.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 (15 oz) cans diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Stir in chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Add diced tomatoes (with juice) and beef broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Season with Italian seasoning, sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer for at least 20 minutes to meld flavors.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot with crusty bread or grilled cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef with lentils or mushrooms. To thicken the soup, add a cornstarch slurry or blend part of the mixture. Fresh herbs like basil can add extra flavor.