Hearty Hamburger Soup: The Ultimate Lazy Day Comfort Meal

Some weekends call for recipes that are big on comfort but light on effort—the kind of meal that fills the house with warmth while you check off a few chores, curl up on the couch, or just enjoy a slow, easy day. That’s exactly why I love this Hearty Hamburger Soup, my own version of what many call “Lazy Day Soup.”

This is the recipe I reach for when I want something dependable, flavorful, and satisfying without spending my entire afternoon in the kitchen. It uses ingredients I almost always keep stocked in the pantry or freezer, so it’s become one of those go-to meals I can pull together at a moment’s notice. And the best part? It’s hearty enough to feed a crowd, cozy enough to feel like a hug in a bowl, and versatile enough to work on the stove top or in the crock pot.

Hearty Hamburger Soup

Ingredients

• 2 lbs ground chuck (80/20)

• 1 small yellow onion, chopped

• 1 tablespoon minced garlic

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 teaspoon pepper

• 4 cups beef broth

• 1 can condensed tomato soup

• 4 Yukon Gold potatoes, diced

• 1 tablespoon Better Than Bouillon paste

• 2 tablespoons tomato paste

• 1 can diced tomatoes

• 1 (28 oz) bag Pictsweet Farms Vegetables for Soup

• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

• 1 teaspoon dried parsley

• 1 teaspoon oregano

• 1 teaspoon Nature’s Seasoning

Ingredients for Hearty Hamburger Soup

Directions

1. In a large soup pot, brown the ground beef and drain any excess fat.

2. Add the onion and garlic to the pot and cook for 2–3 minutes, until fragrant.

3. Stir in the salt, pepper, beef broth, condensed tomato soup, and potatoes. Simmer for 15 minutes.

4. Add the remaining ingredients and continue cooking for an additional 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

5. Ladle into bowls and serve with warm cornbread. Enjoy every cozy bite.

A Perfect Weekend Soup (with Crock pot Option!)

This soup is built for flexibility. If you want to make your day even easier, you can start Step 1 on the stove top, then transfer everything to your crock pot. Let it simmer until the vegetables are soft and the flavors have blended—your kitchen will smell amazing long before it’s ready.

Whether you’re feeding your family, prepping meals for the week, or simply craving a comforting bowl of something warm, this Hearty Hamburger Soup hits the spot every time. It’s simple, satisfying, and always there when you need it—just like a great lazy day should be.