A hearty, stick-to-your-ribs soup loaded with tender beef, golden potatoes, crisp carrots, green beans, corn, and rich tomato juice—this comforting classic is the ultimate one-pot meal. Packed with flavor, easy to make, and perfect for chilly nights, it’s a family favorite that tastes even better the next day.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This isn’t just soup—it’s warmth in a bowl. With juicy ground beef, garden vegetables, and a savory tomato-based broth infused with Italian herbs and garlic, every spoonful feels like home. It’s simple enough for weeknights but satisfying enough to serve at gatherings. Plus, it freezes beautifully, making it ideal for meal prep.

Perfect for:

Cold-weather dinners
Meal prep (tastes better the next day!)
Freezer-friendly meals
Feeding a hungry family

Ingredients

For the Base & Veggies

4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed (~6 cups) (Russet or Yukon Gold work best)
2 cups (480ml) water
3 large carrots, sliced into rounds (~2 cups)
1 large onion, chopped (~1½ cups)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

For the Add-Ins

4 cups fresh or frozen cut green beans (about 12 oz)
4 cups (950ml) tomato juice (not V8 or cocktail mix—use plain tomato juice)
½ lb (225g) ground beef, cooked and drained (browned in advance)
4 cups (600g) fresh or frozen corn kernels (off the cob or from the freezer)
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp garlic powder
2 bay leaves

1 cup diced celery
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
Worcestershire sauce (1 tbsp) for umami depth

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