Easy German Green Bean Soup

Step 1: In large stockpot over medium high heat, heat the oil and sauté the ground beef until it starts to brown.

Step 2: Add onions.

Step 3: Continue to sauté onions until they are translucent.

Step 4: Add frozen green beans and canned potatoes.

Step 5: Add broth, savory and Vegeta and stir.

Step 6: Bring to boil and lower to a medium-low heat.

Step 7: Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Step 8: Stir in just enough instant mashed potato flakes to thicken the broth of the soup, if using.

Step 9: Soup will thicken slightly more as it rests after adding the potato flakes.