Description

Cozy up with our Old-Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup, packed with hearty veggies and rich flavors for the perfect comforting meal. This classic recipe blends tender beef, a medley of fresh vegetables, and a savory broth that warms you on a chilly day. Ideal for nourishing dinners or satisfying lunches, this soup delivers depth, texture, and wholesome goodness in every spoonful.

Ingredients

Scale

Meat

1.5 pounds beef chuck, cut into bite-sized cubes

Vegetables

3 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
3 celery stalks, chopped
2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
1 large onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces

Tomato & Broth Components

1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (natural)
2 tablespoons tomato paste (natural)
6 cups beef broth (natural)

Flavorings & Seasonings

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
2 bay leaves
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
2 tablespoons cooking oil

Instructions

Brown the Beef: Cut beef chuck into bite-sized cubes. Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and add a splash of oil. Add the beef cubes and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden-brown on all sides, building a deep savory base for the soup.
Sauté the Aromatics: Reduce heat slightly. Add chopped onions, garlic, celery, and carrots to the pot. Cook until softened and fragrant, blending layers of flavor into the broth.
Build the Broth: Stir in tomato paste (natural), diced tomatoes (natural), beef broth (natural), apple cider vinegar, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. Scrape the pot’s bottom to release browned bits. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to simmer.
Simmer the Soup: Cover and simmer gently for 1.5 to 2 hours, allowing beef to become tender and flavors to meld. At the halfway point, add diced potatoes and green beans; continue cooking until just tender but vibrant.
Final Touches: Remove bay leaves. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the soup before serving to add brightness and freshness.

Notes

Brown meat thoroughly to develop rich flavor.
Simmer slowly to tenderize beef and deepen broth complexity.
Add vegetables in stages to maintain texture.
Use homemade broth when possible for natural depth.
Season gradually to balance flavors.
Add fresh herbs only after cooking for maximum brightness.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Category: Soups
Method: Simmering
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1.5 cups
Calories: 320
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 75mg

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