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Vegetable Beef Soup Recipe

Vegetable Beef Soup

This hearty Vegetable Beef Soup is packed with tender chunks of beef, vibrant vegetables, and savory herbs simmered in a rich broth. It’s the ultimate comfort food — warm, filling, and perfect for chilly days. This one-pot wonder is loaded with flavor and nutrients, making it a wholesome meal for the whole family. Plus, it's easy to customize with your favorite veggies and makes great leftovers for meal prep or freezing
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine American, Comfort food
Servings 6
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb beef stew meat cubed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 carrots sliced
  • 3 celery stalks chopped
  • 3 potatoes diced
  • 1 cup green beans chopped
  • 1 cup corn fresh, canned, or frozen
  • 1 cup peas optional
  • 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes
  • 6 cups beef broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes, season with salt and pepper, and sear until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
  • Sauté the Aromatics: In the same pot, add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.
  • Deglaze the Pot: Add a splash of broth to scrape up the browned bits from the bottom of the pot — this adds so much flavor!
  • Add the Veggies & Broth: Return the beef to the pot. Add potatoes, green beans, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, bay leaves, thyme, and the remaining broth. Stir to combine.
  • Simmer to Perfection: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
  • Taste & Adjust: Remove the bay leaves, taste the soup, and adjust seasonings as needed. Stir in any quick-cooking veggies (like spinach) in the last few minutes.
  • Serve & Enjoy: Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh herbs, and enjoy with crusty bread!

Notes

  • Meat Options: Use ground beef or leftover roast beef for a quicker version.
  • Veggie Swaps: Feel free to add zucchini, cabbage, or bell peppers. This soup is flexible!
  • Thicker Soup: Add a cornstarch slurry or let the soup simmer longer to thicken.
  • Freezing & Storage: This soup freezes well — store in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
Keyword Vegetable Beef Soup