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My Mom’s Old-Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup Recipe

My Mom’s Old-Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup Recipe for Cozy Nights

This heartwarming My Mom’s Old-Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup Recipe is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 pound Beef Stew Meat Choose well-marbled cuts for maximum tenderness.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for browning the beef.
  • 1 medium Onion Adds sweetness and aromatic flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced enhances the savory profile.
  • 6 cups Beef Broth Homemade or gluten-free store-bought.
  • 1 cup Water Adjusts the soup's consistency.
  • 1 can Canned Diced Tomatoes Fire-roasted adds a smoky touch.
  • 2 medium Carrots Can substitute with parsnips.
  • 2 stalks Celery Contributes crunch and herbal flavor.
  • 2 medium Potatoes Thickens the soup and adds heartiness.
  • 1 cup Green Beans Introduces freshness and color.
  • 1 cup Corn Offers sweetness and texture.
  • 1 cup Peas Adds a burst of sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Essential herb for depth of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil Essential herb for depth of flavor.
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Adds depth to the flavor.
  • to taste Salt Essential seasoning.
  • to taste Black Pepper Essential seasoning.

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add beef stew meat, searing it for 5–7 minutes until browned on all sides. Remove the beef and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3 minutes until the onions are translucent.
  3. Return the browned beef to the pot, then add beef broth, water, and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil.
  4. Once boiling, stir in carrots, celery, potatoes, thyme, basil, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for 45 minutes.
  5. After 45 minutes, add green beans, corn, and peas. Cook uncovered for an additional 15–20 minutes.
  6. Remove bay leaf before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This soup is gluten-free and can be adapted with different vegetables. Leftovers freeze well for future enjoyment.

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