Poor Boy Supper — Soups & Stews recipe

Poor Boy Supper

Eats Now Editorial Team  · 546 kcal  · Soups & Stews

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Try this homemade Poor Boy Supper recipe the whole family will love. Made with ground beef, onion soup, water and long cooking rice. Easy step-by-step i…

This Poor Boy Supper relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as ground beef, dry onion soup mix, soup can water and long cooking rice. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 546 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It works as a light main on its own or as a starter alongside crusty bread, and it's just as good for a cozy night in as it is for feeding a crowd. Leftovers keep well, so it's a smart choice for meal prep too.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Soups & Stews
Servings: persons

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