Description
This comforting and hearty Vegetable Beef Soup recipe is a timeless favorite, passed down through generations. Made with tender beef, a medley of vegetables, and savory seasonings, it’s perfect for chilly days or whenever you crave a nourishing bowl of soup.
Ingredients
Beef Stew:
- 1 ½ pounds beef stew meat (cut into bite-sized pieces)
Vegetables:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 ½ cups peeled and diced potatoes
- 1 cup green beans (fresh or frozen)
- ½ cup corn kernels
- ½ cup peas
Broth and Seasonings:
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef on all sides.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add onion, cook until softened. Stir in garlic.
- Add Broth and Vegetables: Pour in broth, water, and tomatoes. Add carrots, celery, potatoes, green beans, corn, peas, salt, pepper, thyme, and bay leaf.
- Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat. Simmer covered for 1 ½ to 2 hours.
- Adjust Seasoning: Remove bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Notes
- This soup tastes even better the next day.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables.
- Serve with crusty bread or crackers for a complete meal.
