VEGETABLE BEEF SOUP

Vegetable beef soup is a classic dish that combines hearty flavors with nutritious vegetables and tender beef. Here’s how you can prepare it:

 A Hearty Comfort in Every Spoonful

Imagine a pot of simmering soup, filled with tender chunks of beef, vibrant vegetables, and a savory broth that warms you from the inside out. This Vegetable Beef Soup recipe is not just a meal—it’s a comforting embrace on a chilly day, a reminder of homemade goodness that nourishes both body and soul.

INGREDIENTS:

1 ½ pounds beef chuck roast, trimmed and cubed into ½” pieces

½ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

6 cups beef broth

15 ounces canned tomatoes with juices

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

2 cups potatoes, cubed ½”

3 carrots, sliced ½”

1 rib celery, sliced ½”

1 cup green beans, cut into 1″ pieces

½ cup frozen corn, thawed or canned

DIRECTIONS:

Step 1: Prepare the Beef

Start by seasoning the cubed beef with salt and pepper. This step ensures the beef is well seasoned and adds depth to the soup.

Step 2: Brown the Beef

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned beef in small batches, cooking until browned on all sides, about 2 minutes per side. This browning process adds flavor to the soup as it creates a caramelized crust on the beef.

Once all the beef is browned, remove it from the pot and set it aside.

Step 3: Sauté Onion and Garlic

In the same pot, reduce the heat to medium and add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 2 minutes until they become fragrant and translucent, picking up any flavorful brown bits left from the beef …