This hearty Carrot Chowder is a comforting twist on traditional soup, combining the sweetness of grated carrots with savory browned ground beef. The base is enriched with tomato juice and cream of celery soup, creating a rich, velvety texture that warms the soul. Aromatics like onion, celery, and green pepper add depth, while marjoram and garlic salt provide subtle herbal notes. It’s a perfect dish for chilly evenings, family dinners, or when you need a quick, satisfying meal. The final sprinkle of shredded Monterey Jack cheese adds a gooey, salty contrast that ties all the flavors together beautifully.
Carrot Chowder
Description
This hearty Carrot Chowder is a comforting twist on traditional soup, combining the sweetness of grated carrots with savory browned ground beef. The base is enriched with tomato juice and cream of celery soup, creating a rich, velvety texture that warms the soul. Aromatics like onion, celery, and green pepper add depth, while marjoram and garlic salt provide subtle herbal notes. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect dish for chilly evenings, family dinners, or when you need a quick, satisfying meal. The final sprinkle of shredded Monterey Jack cheese adds a gooey, salty contrast that ties all the flavors together beautifully.Ingredients
Directions
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Brown the ground beef in a large pot over medium-high heat, breaking it into crumbles, then drain any excess fat.
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Add chopped onion, celery, green pepper, and grated carrots to the pot with the beef.
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Pour in the tomato juice, cream of celery soup, and water.
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Stir in the garlic salt, marjoram, sugar, and salt.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
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Simmer covered for 20-25 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
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Ladle the hot soup into bowls and sprinkle each serving with shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 283.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 17.0g27%
- Saturated Fat 6.8g34%
- Cholesterol 88.5mg30%
- Sodium 81.7mg4%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 29.5g59%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
