Homemade Vegetable Beef Soup
A cozy and hearty soup packed with tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and rich flavors, perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 135 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop/Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef stew meat, cut into chunks
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
- 1 cup potatoes, diced
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth (preferably low-sodium)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot or slow cooker, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the beef stew meat and brown on all sides.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and cook until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the sliced carrots, diced potatoes, chopped celery, and green beans, followed by the canned tomatoes, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the beef broth and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours on the stovetop or set your slow cooker to low for 6-8 hours.
- Taste for seasoning and adjust if necessary. Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy hot.
Notes
Browning the meat adds depth; use fresh vegetables for better flavor. Avoid overcooking the veggies.