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Hearty Beef & Lentil Soup

This hearty Beef & Lentil Soup is cozy, comforting, and packed with rich flavor. Made in one pot with simple ingredients like ground beef, lentils, and veggies, it’s the perfect go-to meal for busy nights or chilly days when you need something warm and filling.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 carrots chopped
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup brown or green lentils rinsed
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes 14 oz
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried Italian herbs

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

  1. Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
  2. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add lentils, crushed tomatoes, and beef broth. Stir to combine.
  5. Season with salt, pepper, and dried herbs.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 30–35 minutes.
  7. Check lentils for tenderness, adjust seasoning to taste, and serve hot.

Notes

Let the soup simmer uncovered in the last 5 minutes for a thicker consistency. You can substitute ground turkey for a lighter version. Leftovers keep well and taste even better the next day.