Tasty Meat Potato Soup

Warm, hearty, and packed with comforting flavors, this Tasty Meat Potato Soup is the ultimate one-pot meal for cozy nights. Featuring tender chunks of russet potatoes, savory ground beef (or diced beef), and a medley of vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, this soup is simmered to perfection in a rich, herb-infused beef broth. A delicate blend of dried thyme, parsley, and garlic adds layers of flavor, while the optional splash of heavy cream gives it a velvety touch. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this easy-to-make soup is ready in just about an hour and yields six generous servings. Serve it with chopped fresh parsley for a vibrant garnish, and pair it with crusty bread to soak up every delicious drop. Whether you’re looking for a winter warmer or a simple crowd-pleaser, this meat and potato soup delivers!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef (or diced beef)
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 6 cups beef broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup heavy cream (optional)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 4

Add the diced carrots and celery, cooking for another 5 minutes to soften the vegetables slightly.

Step 5

Stir in the cubed potatoes, then pour in the beef broth.

Step 6

Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 8

Discard the bay leaf. If you prefer a creamier soup, stir in the heavy cream and let it simmer for an additional 2 minutes.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3592.7 grams (3592.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2914

Total Fat 165.90g	213%
Saturated Fat 69.90g	350%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.80g
Cholesterol 497mg	166%
Sodium 8309mg	361%
Total Carbohydrate 243.50g	89%
Dietary Fiber 24.50g	88%
Total Sugars 24.10g
Protein 124.00g	248%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 522mg	40%
Iron 24mg	131%
Potassium 7913mg	168%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.4%

Protein: 16.7%

Carbs: 32.9%