Description
This Hearty & Comforting Vegetable Beef Soup is perfect for chilly days, packed with tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and rich flavors. A nourishing meal that’s simple to make and ideal for family dinners or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
1 lb beef stew meat, cubed
4 cups beef broth
1 cup carrots, chopped
1 cup potatoes, diced
1 cup celery, chopped
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup green beans, chopped (optional)
Instructions
1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the beef stew meat and brown on all sides.
2. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
3. Stir in the beef broth, diced tomatoes, carrots, potatoes, celery, and thyme.
4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the beef is tender.
5. In the last 15 minutes, add the green beans if using.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
Serve hot with crusty bread or a fresh side salad for a complete meal.
Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Use pre-chopped veggies to save time.
Add grains like rice or quinoa for an even heartier soup.
Taste and adjust seasoning right before serving for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 to 1.5 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: —
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: —
- Unsaturated Fat: —
- Trans Fat: —
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: —
Keywords: vegetable beef soup, hearty soup, comfort food, beef stew