✨ A Short, Perfect Introduction
This Vegetable Beef Soup is a timeless classic! 🥩🍲 Loaded with tender chunks of beef, vibrant vegetables, and a savory tomato broth, it’s comforting, filling, and perfect for chilly nights, busy weekdays, or whenever you need a cozy, satisfying bowl of goodness.
📋 Prep Time: 20 minutes
❄️ Chill Time: None
⏱️ Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 8
🔥 Calories per Serving: 290 kcal
🛒 Ingredients
- 🥩 1 lb (450 g) beef stew meat, cut into small cubes
- 🧈 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 🧅 1 medium onion, chopped
- 🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 🥕 2 carrots, sliced
- 🥔 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 🌽 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 🧈 1 cup green beans, chopped
- 🍅 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 🥫 4 cups beef broth
- 🧂 Salt & pepper to taste
- 🌿 1 tsp dried thyme
- 🌿 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 🥄 Optional: 1 tbsp tomato paste for richer flavor
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Sear the Beef:
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil 🧈 over medium-high heat. Add beef cubes 🥩 and cook until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
2️⃣ Sauté the Base:
In the same pot, sauté onion 🧅 and garlic 🧄 for 2–3 minutes, until softened and fragrant.
3️⃣ Build the Soup:
Return the beef to the pot. Add carrots 🥕, potatoes 🥔, green beans 🧈, corn 🌽, diced tomatoes 🍅, and beef broth 🥫. Stir in salt, pepper, thyme, and Italian seasoning 🌿. Add tomato paste if using.
4️⃣ Simmer Low & Slow:
Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour, or until the beef is tender and veggies are soft. Stir occasionally.
5️⃣ Taste and Serve:
Taste and adjust seasonings. Ladle into bowls and serve hot with crusty bread or crackers! 🥖🍲
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Classic flavor that’s warm and nostalgic 🍲
- One-pot wonder — easy cleanup and simple ingredients 🎯
- Packed with protein and veggies — it’s a full meal! 🥩🥕
- Freezes beautifully for meal prep! ❄️
🔥 Helpful Tips
- Brown the beef well for richer flavor — don’t skip this step! 🧈
- Add a bay leaf while simmering for extra depth 🌿
- Swap veggies based on the season — peas, zucchini, or cabbage all work well! 🥬
- Let it sit overnight — it tastes even better the next day! 🌟
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