Vegetable Beef Soup Recipe

A hearty and nourishing vegetable beef soup packed with fresh veggies, tender beef, and savory broth.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb beef stew meat, cubed
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 cup green beans, trimmed
• 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• 1 cup peas (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the beef and brown on all sides. Once browned, remove the beef and set it aside.
2. In the same pot, add chopped onion and garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Return the beef to the pot. Pour in the beef broth and diced tomatoes, stirring to combine.
4. Add the carrots, potatoes, celery, green beans, corn, and peas to the pot. Stir in the bay leaf, thyme, and basil. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 1-1.5 hours, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are fully cooked.
6. Remove the bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Enjoy a warm and comforting bowl of vegetable beef soup!