Vegetable Beef Soup 🥩🥕🍲

 

“A Hearty, Nutritious, and Flavorful Classic Comfort Food!”

This Vegetable Beef Soup is a cozy, one-pot meal loaded with tender beef, hearty vegetables, and a savory broth. It’s the perfect recipe for warming up on chilly days while providing a wholesome and satisfying dinner for the entire family.

Ingredients

For the Beef:

  • 1 1/2 lbs stew beef or chuck roast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging the beef)

For the Soup Base:

  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes (with juice)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 bay leaf

Vegetables:

  • 3 large carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup green beans, chopped into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup frozen peas or corn (add at the end)

Instructions

Step 1: Sear the Beef

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Season the beef with salt and black pepper, then dredge it lightly in the flour.
  3. Add the beef to the pot in batches and sear until browned on all sides, about 3–4 minutes per batch. Transfer to a plate and set aside.

Step 2: Sauté the Aromatics

  1. In the same pot, add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 3: Build the Soup Base

  1. Add the seared beef back to the pot. Stir in the beef broth, diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato paste, thyme, oregano, and the bay leaf.
  2. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 45 minutes–1 hour, until the beef becomes tender.

Step 4: Add the Vegetables

  1. Stir in the carrots, celery, potatoes, and green beans. Let the soup simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  2. Add the frozen peas or corn during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

Step 5: Taste and Serve

  1. Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
  2. Serve the soup hot with crusty bread or biscuits for dipping.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • One-Pot Meal: Simple to make with minimal cleanup.
  • Nutritious and Hearty: Loaded with protein, vitamins, and fiber.
  • Customizable: Add your favorite vegetables or use what you have on hand.

Pro Tips for Success

  1. Brown the Beef: Searing the beef first enhances the depth of flavor in the broth.
  2. Slow Simmer: Let the soup simmer long enough to ensure tender beef and rich flavors.
  3. Add Greens: For an extra nutritional boost, stir in spinach or kale during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

Storage and Reheating

  • Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
  • Freeze: Freeze in portions for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

This Vegetable Beef Soup is the ultimate comfort food that’s packed with flavor and goodness. Serve it on a cold evening or any time you’re craving something hearty and satisfying. Enjoy! 🥩🍲✨

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