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Old-Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup

Old-Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup

  • Author: Jonathan
  • Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Old-Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup is a comforting and hearty meal featuring tender beef chunks simmered with a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables. This nourishing soup combines rich savory flavors and aromatic herbs, making it perfect for chilly evenings or whenever you crave a wholesome, satisfying bowl.

Ingredients

Scale

Meat

  • 1.5 pounds chuck beef, cut into bite-sized pieces

Vegetables

  • 3 large carrots, diced
  • 3 celery stalks, chopped
  • 3 firm, waxy potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes (natural)

Liquids and Seasonings

  • 6 cups beef broth (natural)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Herbs

  • 2–3 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the beef: Cut chuck beef into bite-sized pieces and pat dry to ensure proper searing. Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches until a deep caramelized crust forms, then remove beef and set aside.
  2. Build the base: In the same pot, add diced onions, minced garlic, chopped celery, and diced carrots. Sauté until the vegetables soften and the onions become translucent, creating a fragrant and flavorful base.
  3. Add liquids and beef: Return browned beef to the pot. Pour in beef broth (natural) and diced tomatoes (natural). Stir in vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), then season with salt and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer gently to tenderize beef and meld flavors.
  4. Toss in the vegetables: Add diced potatoes and green beans to the soup. Cook until vegetables are tender but still slightly firm. Add fresh thyme sprigs at this stage to infuse herbal aroma.
  5. Final touches and serve: Remove thyme sprigs before serving. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Ladle soup into bowls and enjoy warm.

Notes

  • Brown beef thoroughly to deepen broth flavor and complexity.
  • Simmer soup slowly and gently to ensure tender beef without drying.
  • Add delicate vegetables later to maintain their texture and color.
  • Use fresh thyme and parsley near the end for best fragrance and brightness.
  • Taste regularly during cooking and adjust seasoning accordingly.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: vegetable beef soup, hearty soup, comforting soup, beef stew, healthy soup, vegetable soup

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