Vegetable Beef Soup

Why Make This Recipe

This Vegetable Beef Soup is a warm and filling meal that is perfect for any day, especially cold ones. It has tasty beef, lots of fresh vegetables, and a rich broth that makes you feel cozy and full. It’s the kind of soup that brings comfort with every spoon.

It’s also a very easy recipe to follow. You don’t need any special skills or tools. You just brown the beef, add the rest of the ingredients, and let it simmer. The longer it cooks, the better it tastes. It’s great for beginners and busy families.

Another reason to make this soup is that it’s healthy and budget-friendly. You can use any vegetables you like or have at home. It’s a great way to use leftover beef or veggies, and it makes a big batch, so you can enjoy it for several meals.

How to Make Vegetable Beef Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 pounds of stew meat
• 1 tablespoon of oil
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 3 cups of water
• 3 1/2 cups of beef broth
• 1 (14.5 ounces) can of diced tomatoes
• 1 (8 ounces) can of tomato sauce
• 1 cup of chopped carrots
• 2 cups of chopped potatoes
• 1 cup of green beans
• 1/2 teaspoon of ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon of dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 cup of corn
• 1 cup of peas

Directions:

1. Heat the oil in a large pot. Add the stew meat and chopped onion. Cook until the beef is browned.
2. Pour in the water and beef broth. Bring it to a boil.
3. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, carrots, potatoes, and green beans. Stir everything well.
4. Season with black pepper, salt, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes if using.
5. Cover the pot and reduce the heat. Let it simmer for about 1 hour, or until the meat and vegetables are tender.
6. Add the corn and peas. Simmer for 5–10 more minutes.
7. Serve hot and enjoy!