Soup Days

Hamburger soup is something my grandma always makes on chilly days. When I was a kid, I referred to it as vegetable soup. It wasn't until much later that I realized pounds of beef are mixed in with all those veggies. Anyway, it's a cozy, simple soup, perfect for stirring up on a cold day in January.

Hamburger Soup
Adapted from Food.com

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/2 large onion, chopped

1 1/2 lbs. ground beef

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon pepper

1/2 teaspoon oregano

6 cups water

2 (8 ounce) cans of tomato sauce

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1 cup celery, sliced

2 cups new potatoes, cut into eighths

1 cup sliced carrots

1 cup frozen peas

1 cup frozen corn

In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and chopped onion. Cook for three minutes, stirring frequently. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat. Add salt, pepper and oregano. Stir in 2 cans of tomato sauce, six cups of water and Worcestershire. Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes. Meanwhile, chop celery, carrots and potatoes. Add to soup and stir. Continue cooking soup at a simmer for 45 minutes. Season more if needed. Add peas and corn and cook for 20 minutes. Serve with a big chunk of crusty bread. Serves 4-6.