Poor Man’s Soup

How can something called “Poor Man’s Soup” look this appetizing?! Meat and vegetable based, this soup is made from very basic ingredients you already have on hand. Inexpensive and healthy, this soup recipe is a perfect weeknight dinner! It’s a healthy comfort food!

Simple. Hearty. Delicious. That’s the perfect way to describe my version of this Poor Man’s Soup. Soups are perfect for weeknight meals. Especially in the middle of the week when I’m halfway burnt out and it’s just not Friday yet! Sometimes I just need an easy dinner. An easy dinner that still tastes amazing. And that’s when we queue in this simple hearty and delish Poor Man’s Soup!

I know, the name of this soup is not the most elegant. You will hear a lot of people refer to this as “Hamburger Soup”. I’ll know it’s time to make this soup when my fresh vegetables have been in my crisper for 2-3 days and I haven’t used them yet. Poor Man’s Soup has a rich tomato broth full of a variety of vegetables. And that’s the beauty of this soup…I use different vegetables every time! When I don’t want my fresh veggies to go to waste, I make this soup! And then sometimes, I use a bag of frozen vegetables! It’s really just depends what I have on hand!

I went to our local farmer’s market a couple of weeks ago and they filled my basket with fresh corn, squash, zucchini, green beans, cabbage, carrots and chives. For $10.00. YES – I got all THAT for $10.00! I got enough fresh vegetables to last me about 2 weeks and we all know fresh vegetables do not last 2 weeks. So I knew it was time to make my Poor Man’s soup because everyone in my family loves it. AND…it freezes really well!! It’s such a great make ahead of time, budget friendly soup!

Oh….did I mention you can make it on the stove OR in your Crock Pot?!?

I like to keep it simple some nights for dinner. Typically, I serve this Poor Man’s Soup with a fresh green salad and some bread for the perfect meal! My Quick Peppery Cheese Bread goes perfectly with this soup!  This soup is super healthy and full of fiber! And it makes a lot so it definately feeds a crowd! I always have enough leftover to freeze!

Simple and classic comfort food at its best. Hearty, healthy and satisfying and perfect on a cool evening to keep warm. Gluten free and clean eating at its finest. And these are just a few of my favorite things about this Poor Man’s Soup!

You’re going to enjoy this one guys! Oh, and if you’re looking for more yummy soups that are savory and perfect for the cooler days and nights, you have to check out my Tomato and White Bean Soup with Grilled Cheese Dippers (you’re kids will love this one), this Guiness Irish Stew and my Asian Chicken Noodles Soup.

Enjoy my friends and happy eats to you all!

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Poor Man's Soup

Prep Time

15 mins

Cook Time

1 hr

Total Time

1 hr 15 mins

 

How can something called "Poor Man's Soup" look this appetizing?! Meat and vegetable based, this soup is made from very basic ingredients you already have on hand. Inexpensive and healthy, this soup recipe is a perfect weeknight dinner! It's a healthy comfort food!

Course: dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: American

Servings: 6 people

Calories: 255 kcal

Author: Amanda Mason

Ingredients

• 1 lb 93% lean ground beef or ground turkey
• 1 14.5 can petite diced tomatoes
• 1 4oz can green chiles mild
• 1 squash, quartered
• 1 zucchini, quartered
• 1 cup corn, fresh or frozen
• 3/4 cup carrots, sliced
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1/2 head cabbage, chopped
• 6 beef bouillon cubes
• 8 cups water
• 1 10oz can tomato juice

Instructions

Stove Top Instructions

1. Brown meat on stove and drain any grease. 

2. In a large pot, combine all ingredients and bring to a boil.

3. Lower the temperature to medium to medium-low and let cook covered for an hour.

4. After an hour, this soup is ready to serve!

Crock Pot Instructions

1. Brown meat on stove and drain any grease.

2. Add all ingredients to the Crock Pot and stir to combine.

3. Cook on low for 6 hours.

Recipe Notes

• NOTE: Depending on how much you like a tomato taste, you may want to use 15 ounces of tomato juice.
• You can use frozen or fresh vegetables in this Poor Man's Soup!

 

 

Nutrition Facts

Poor Man's Soup

Amount Per Serving

Calories 255

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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