Description
This Old-fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup recipe is a comforting, hearty dish featuring tender beef, an array of fresh vegetables, and a rich, savory broth. Perfect for a cozy family dinner, this soup is easy to prepare and full of classic flavors.
Ingredients
- Beef stew meat
- Carrots
- Potatoes
- Celery
- Onion
- Green beans
- Corn
- Tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- Garlic
- Beef broth
- Bay leaf
- Thyme
- Salt
- Pepper
- Olive oil
- Water
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot, then brown the beef stew meat on all sides.
- Add chopped onions and garlic; sauté until softened.
- Pour in beef broth and water, then add bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour until beef is tender.
- Add chopped carrots, potatoes, celery, green beans, corn, and tomatoes. Simmer for an additional 30 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Remove bay leaf and adjust seasoning before serving.
Notes
- For extra depth of flavor, sear the beef in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or cabbage depending on availability.
- This soup can be made ahead and stored in the fridge or freezer for easy meals later.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg