Crock Pot Beef And Bean Soup

Name: Crock Pot Beef And Bean Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 360 min
Total time: 375 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 pounds ground beef; 1 onion - chopped; 2 cloves garlic - minced; 4 carrots - chopped; 2 celery stalks - chopped; 1 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes; 2 cups vegetable or chicken stock; 1 can cannellini beans - drained and rinsed; 2 cups frozen corn; 1 tablespoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper; 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

Crock Pot Beef And Bean Soup with creamy white beans and hearty beef is the perfect winter soup. It’s incredibly easy to make and packed with tons of filling ingredients to keep you fueled through busy winter days and warm on lazy weekends.

While this soup is the whole package, if you want to serve it with some accompaniments, try my Crispy Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Fresh Tomato Salad, and Homemade Croutons!

White bowl with ground beef, vegetables and bean soup on a wooden board with a silver spoon and fresh parsley.

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Crock Pot Beef And Bean Soup: Homestyle Goodness

Soup is a must-make when the temperature drops and my craving for comfort food kicks in. This soup (my grandmother’s vegetable soup recipe inspires that) is the first on my menu when planning for a cold week. It truly is one of my family’s favorite soup recipes because it keeps you full, and it’s so easy for me to make!

Tips For Making Beef And Bean Soup

Using a crock pot for cooking bean and beef soup is a great way to achieve a rich, flavorful dish with minimal effort, and using a slow cooker is the ultimate hack for busy people.

Cook the beef before adding it to the crock pot. Then layer in the other ingredients.
Use low sodium beef broth or vegetable stock.
Avoid overcrowding. The crock pot should be about two-thirds full to allow for proper cooking.

This recipe is even easier with the right equipment! Discover my top slow cooker recommendations and make your cooking effortless.

Beef And Bean Slow Cooker Soup Ingredients

Crock pot, beans, stock, corn, ground beef, olive oil, garlic, thyme, carrots, onions, celery, crushed tomatoes, and vegetables in glass bowls for soup recipe.

This slow-cooker ground beef and bean soup takes pantry staple ingredients and elevates them into a delicious meal!

For the base – the base of this delicious soup starts with vegetable stock or beef broth, garlic, onion, carrots, and celery.
The hearty add-ins – next, I add crushed tomatoes, cannellini beans, frozen corn, and beef.
The seasonings – salt, fresh cracked pepper, and dried thyme.

Variations And Additions

If you don’t have cannellini beans, you can use white navy beans, or you can try adding cooked barley to make beef barley soup.
This recipe is sometimes called “hamburger soup,” but you can change out the beef for ground sausage or ground turkey.
Add a Mexican flare by adding black beans and using green chilies in place of dried thyme.
Vegetables, like green beans, bell pepper, and peas are great additions.
Dried oregano, basil, bay leaf, or chili powder are great seasonings to add.

How To Make White Bean And Beef Soup

1 through 6 process shots for crock pot beef and bean soup on how to cook.

Brown the beef with the onion, half of the salt, pepper, and garlic in a hot skillet with oil.
Once the beef is cooked, place it in the slow cooker.
Add the carrots and celery, then mix.
Add the tomatoes, stock, beans, and seasonings.
Stir to combine, then cover and cook on low for 5 hours.
Once the time is up, add the corn and cook for 1 hour covered. Stir and taste to adjust any seasonings.

How To Store And Freeze Homemade Soup

Let the soup cool completely, then store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. Reheat in a saucepan on the stovetop.

Since this soup has no dairy, it freezes beautifully. Place it in an airtight container and freeze for up to three months. When you are ready to serve, thaw in the fridge, then reheat.

Black crock pot with beef and bean soup ladled with a brass spoon.

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Recipe Questions And Answers

Do I need to cook the beef before adding it to the crockpot?

Yes, the slow cooker does not brown the beef which helps to caramelize the outside and add texture. It also won’t cook it completely through in 5 hours.

Do I need to drain the fat from the beef?

No, you don’t need to drain the fat. You can if you want but if you use leaner ground beef (like 90/10) you are fine to leave the fat.

Can you freeze beef and bean soup?

Absolutely! This soup makes a great freezer meal. Make the soup according to the instructions, let it cool then store it in freezer-safe containers. Just reheat on the stovetop when you’re ready to enjoy it.

Can I make this soup in an Instant Pot or pressure cooker?

Yes, you can adapt this recipe for an Instant Pot or pressure cooker. Begin by using the sauté function to brown the ground beef and sauté the onions and garlic. After adding the remaining ingredients, seal the lid and cook on high pressure for approximately 15 minutes. Once the cooking cycle is complete, allow for a natural pressure release before opening the lid.

Serving Ideas

Serve a warm bowl of this hearty soup with Cornbread Muffins or Garlic Knots. It’s so good on game day or movie night with Spicy Ranch Crackers and Crescent Roll Pigs In A Blanket. And, I love topping it with Pickled Red Onions and a side of Southern Corn Fritters.

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