Hearty Homemade Vegetable Beef Soup Recipe

Hearty Homemade Vegetable Beef Soup Recipe

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Warm up your soul with this delicious and wholesome Vegetable Beef Soup. Packed with tender chunks of beef, fresh vegetables, and a rich, flavorful broth, this classic dish is the perfect combination of comfort and nourishment. Whether you’re cooking for a cozy family dinner or prepping for a week of hearty meals, this Vegetable Beef Soup will satisfy every appetite. Plus, it’s versatile enough to tweak with your favorite veggies or seasonings!

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (450g) beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 medium carrots, sliced
  • 3 celery stalks, sliced
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 6 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Sear the Beef: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef chunks, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.
  2. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Build the Soup Base: Stir in the carrots, celery, and potatoes, cooking for 5 minutes. Add the tomato paste, dried thyme, dried basil, and bay leaf. Mix well to coat the vegetables in the flavors.
  4. Simmer the Soup: Pour in the beef broth and diced tomatoes (with their juices). Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Add the browned beef back into the pot.
  5. Add Remaining Veggies: After 30 minutes of simmering, stir in the green beans and corn. Continue to cook for another 15-20 minutes, or until all the vegetables and beef are tender.
  6. Season and Serve: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Remove the bay leaf. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.
  7. Enjoy: Serve hot with crusty bread or rolls for the ultimate comfort meal. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for future meals.

This Vegetable Beef Soup is a satisfying one-pot meal that gets better with time as the flavors meld together. Perfect for meal prep or a cozy family dinner!

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