Hearty and Delicious Vegetable Beef Soup Recipe

Hearty and Delicious Vegetable Beef Soup Recipe

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This Vegetable Beef Soup is a wholesome, comforting meal perfect for chilly days. Packed with tender beef, a variety of fresh vegetables, and savory herbs, this soup is a nutritious powerhouse that will warm you from the inside out. It’s easy to prepare and ideal for feeding a family or making in advance for a busy week. Whether you’re serving it as a cozy dinner or storing it for later, this soup is sure to become a beloved favorite in your recipe repertoire.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb beef stew meat (cut into small cubes)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion (diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 3 medium carrots (peeled and sliced)
  • 3 celery stalks (chopped)
  • 1 large potato (peeled and diced)
  • 1 cup green beans (trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 6 cups beef broth
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 2 teaspoons dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Beef: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the beef stew meat in batches, browning each side until it’s well seared (about 5 minutes). Remove the beef and set it aside.
  2. Sauté the Aromatics: In the same pot, add the diced onion and cook for about 3 minutes, until softened. Add the garlic and cook for another minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
  3. Add the Vegetables: To the pot, add the sliced carrots, chopped celery, diced potato, and green beans. Stir well to combine with the onions and garlic.
  4. Simmer the Soup: Return the browned beef to the pot. Add the diced tomatoes, beef broth, thyme, parsley, basil, salt, pepper, and bay leaves. Stir everything together. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
  5. Finish the Soup: About 10 minutes before the soup is done, stir in the frozen peas, Worcestershire sauce (if using), and lemon juice (if using). Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.
  6. Serve: Remove the bay leaves, and ladle the soup into bowls. Serve hot, with crusty bread on the side for dipping.

Enjoy! This rich, flavorful Vegetable Beef Soup is perfect for a cozy meal, and it stores beautifully for leftovers. Enjoy it on its own or pair it with a fresh salad for a balanced and satisfying meal.

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