Description
Vegetable Beef Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for warming up on chilly evenings. Bursting with rich flavors and vibrant colors, this hearty soup combines tender beef chuck, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs. It’s easy to prepare and customizable to your taste, making it a go-to dish for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Enjoy a steaming bowl of this delightful soup with crusty bread for a meal that feels like a warm hug.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs beef chuck roast
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup green beans (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Sear beef: In a large pot over medium-high heat, add oil and sear beef on all sides until browned (about 5 minutes).
- 2. Sauté aromatics: Remove beef; add onions and garlic to the pot. Sauté until translucent (about 3 minutes).
- 3. Add veggies: Stir in carrots, potatoes, celery, and green beans if using; sauté for another 5 minutes.
- 4. Combine: Add diced tomatoes and beef broth; bring to a gentle boil while scraping the bottom.
- 5. Season: Stir in thyme, bay leaves, and black pepper.
- 6. Simmer: Lower heat; cover and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until beef is fork-tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1.5 cups (360g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg