Hamburger Kitchen Sink Soup

You've all heard the old " ... everything but the kitchen sink soup! " but have you made your own version of this delectable soup yet?  If not then maybe this post will inspire you to use your culinary talents/imagination to clean out your refrigerator, freezer, pantry, and throw together your soup.  There is no right or wrong - just let yourself go and enjoy.  This soup can be tailored to whatever lifestyle or diet you are following.  In my case I tend to lean towards the Paleo lifestyle at an 80/20% breakdown and I don't beat myself up for the 20% ... It's all good - what ever works for you!

Ingredients:

• Hamburger
• Tomato Paste
• Diced Tomatoes
• Celery
• Red Onion
• Fresh Mushrooms
• Red Bell Pepper
• Carrots

• Zucchini squash
• Cauliflower
• Peas
• Green Beans
• Garlic
• Beef Broth
• Salt/Pepper
• Oregano

Directions:

The actual recipe is easy using 8 cups of water in a large pot - My favorite soup pot is an old pressure cooker from over 35 years ago that the lid failed.  I think it's an old aluminum pot -

• Brown a pound of 88/12% Costco hamburger and drain fat
  • Season hamburger with granulated garlic, seasoning salt, and pepper
• Dice vegetables as appropriate
• Add all ingredients to 8 cups of water
  • Use beef broth for 8 cups
  • Season with oregano and salt/pepper
    • Be careful with the salt cause beef broth has lots of sodium
• Bring to a boil - turn down to a medium simmer until vegetables are al dente or your desired doneness
• Should only take about 25-30 minutes for vegetable to be done
• Serve with a side of salad, bread/rolls ... Enjoy!!  Bon Appétit