Vegetable Beef Soup
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs beef stew meat*
- 2 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
divided
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 3/4 cups chopped yellow onion
1 large
- 1 1/4 cups peeled and chopped carrots
3 medium
- 1 cup chopped celery
3 medium
- 1 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
4 cloves
- 8 cups low-sodium beef broth or chicken broth
- 2 cans diced tomatoes
14 oz.
- 1 1/2 tsp dried basil**
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1 lb red or yellow potatoes
chopped into 3/4-inch cubes
- 1 1/2 cups chopped green beans
5 oz.
- 1 1/2 cups frozen corn***
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
Directions
- 1
Heat 1 Tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- 2
Dab beef dry with paper towels, season with salt and pepper then add half of the beef to pot and brown about 4 minutes, turning halfway through.
- 3
Transfer to a plate add another 1/2 Tbsp oil to pot and repeat process with remaining half of beef.
- 4
Add another 1 Tbsp oil to now empty pot then add onions, carrots, and celery then saute 3 minutes, add garlic saute 1 minute longer.
- 5
Pour in broth, tomatoes, browned beef, basil, oregano, thyme and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low, cover and simmer, stirring once or twice throughout, for 30 minutes.
- 6
Add potatoes then continue to simmer, covered, 20 minutes (you can also add green beans with potatoes if you like them very soft).
- 7
Stir in green beans and simmer 15 minutes longer, or until all of the veggies and beef are tender.
- 8
Pour in corn and peas and simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes. Stir in parsley and serve warm.
- 9
Recipe source: Cooking Classy
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About this Recipe
Looking for a comforting meal that effortlessly brings together tender beef and vibrant, garden-fresh vegetables? This hearty Vegetable Beef Soup is the ideal solution, delivering satisfying flavors that truly hit the spot.
What makes this vegetable beef soup shine is the careful blend of flavors and textures. The succulent beef stew meat infuses the entire broth with a deep, savory richness, while a generous mix of summer vegetables ensures every spoonful is bright and full of life. It’s designed to be a substantial, fulfilling meal, perfect for warming up any day.
You can expect a robust and deeply flavorful soup with melt-in-your-mouth beef and a delightful array of vegetables like sweet carrots, crisp celery, and tender potatoes. The aromatic herbs, including dried basil, oregano, and thyme, create a comforting, home-cooked feel that permeates every spoonful. This is a wonderfully hearty dish that tastes even better the next day, ensuring you'll love the leftovers.
Customization & Serving
This recipe is quite versatile! You can easily swap the low-sodium beef broth for chicken broth if you prefer a slightly lighter base. Feel free to adjust the proportions of vegetables like green beans, corn, or peas to suit your preferences or what you have on hand. For a touch of freshness at the end, the chopped fresh parsley is a must.
Serve this satisfying soup as a complete meal for a cozy family dinner. A sprinkle of fresh parsley provides a bright, herbaceous finish that elevates the presentation and taste.