#Introduction
Dive into comfort with this hearty, delicious Beef Vegetable Soup! It’s the perfect dish for a chilly evening or anytime you crave a wholesome and satisfying meal made from scratch. This hearty soup, packed with tender beef and a colorful array of vegetables, delivers taste and nutrition in every spoonful.
#Why Make This Recipe
Hearty Beef Vegetable Soup is not just easy to prepare, but also incredibly versatile. You can adjust the ingredients based on what you have on hand. It’s a great way to use up leftover veggies or use frozen when fresh isn’t readily available. Plus, it’s a perfect make-ahead dish that becomes more flavorful after a day or two.
#How to Make Hearty Beef Vegetable Soup
Bringing this hearty beef vegetable soup to life is quite simple, involving little more beyond chopping your vegetables, sautéing your beef and veggies, and letting it all simmer together.
#Ingredients
– 1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 large onion, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 3 carrots, sliced
– 3 stalks celery, sliced
– 2 potatoes, peeled and diced
– 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
– 4 cups beef broth
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 cup green beans, trimmed and halved
– 1 cup frozen peas
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
#Directions
The process is straightforward. You begin by heating oil and searing beef. After the beef is set aside, sauté your onions and garlic. Then, you add carrots and celery, followed by potatoes, diced tomatoes, broth, herbs and spices. The beef is then reintroduced and the soup is left to simmer for about an hour. The final step is to add green beans and peas, cook a bit longer, and it’s ready to serve!
#How to Serve Hearty Beef Vegetable Soup
Serve this soup hot, ladled into deep bowls. Decorate with some fresh parsley, and a chunk of warm, crusty bread on the side for dipping.
#How to Store Hearty Beef Vegetable Soup
You can store this soup in the refrigerator for up to four days, making it perfect for a week of lunches or dinners. It can also be frozen for up to three months. Simply seal it in a suitable container, and defrost before reheating on the stove or in the microwave.
#Tips to Make Hearty Beef Vegetable Soup
Make sure to brown your beef thoroughly, as this helps to develop the rich flavor of the soup. Additionally, using a quality beef broth will also enhance the taste.
#Variations
For a meatier soup, you could try adding some chopped sausage or bacon. Or for a vegetarian version, swap the beef broth for vegetable broth and use mushrooms instead of beef.
#FAQs
– **Can I use any other meat instead of beef?**
Yes, if beef isn’t your preference, you can use chicken, lamb, or even tofu.
– **Can I use fresh tomatoes?**
Absolutely, you can replace the canned diced tomatoes with fresh ones.
– **How can I make this soup vegetarian?**
Replace the beef with a hearty vegetable like mushrooms or eggplant, and use vegetable broth instead of beef broth.
Enjoy the warm, wholesome goodness of this Hearty Beef Vegetable Soup at your next meal!