Hearty Beef and Vegetable Soup

This filling vegetable beef soup features tender chunks of stew meat simmered alongside a colorful mix of fresh and frozen vegetables, all seasoned with classic herbs. It’s a cozy, satisfying soup that’s perfect for chilly days or anytime you want a comforting homemade meal.

???? Vegetable Beef Soup

Ingredients

Ingredient Amount

Beef stew meat 1½ lbs

Olive oil, divided 2½ tablespoons

Salt and freshly ground black pepper To taste

Chopped yellow onion (1 large) 1¾ cups

Peeled and chopped carrots (3 medium) 1¼ cups

Chopped celery (3 medium) 1 cup

Minced garlic (4 cloves) 1½ tablespoons

Low-sodium beef or chicken broth 8 cups

Diced tomatoes 2 cans (14 oz each)

Dried basil 1½ teaspoons

Dried oregano 1 teaspoon

Dried thyme ½ teaspoon

Red or yellow potatoes, cut into ¾-inch cubes 1 lb

Chopped green beans, trimmed 1½ cups (5 oz)

Frozen corn 1½ cups

Frozen peas 1 cup

Chopped fresh parsley ⅓ cup

How to Make Vegetable Beef Soup

Step 1: Brown the First Batch of Beef

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Pat the beef dry and season with salt and pepper. Add half of the beef and cook for about 4 minutes, turning once, until browned. Transfer to a plate.

Step 2: Brown the Remaining Beef

Add ½ tablespoon of olive oil to the pot and brown the remaining beef. Remove and set aside with the first batch.

Step 3: Cook the Vegetables

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pot. Sauté the onion, carrots, and celery for about 3 minutes, until slightly softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 additional minute.

Step 4: Simmer the Soup Base

Pour in the broth and diced tomatoes, then add the browned beef, basil, oregano, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5: Add the Potatoes

Stir in the potatoes, cover, and continue simmering for 20 minutes. (If you like very soft green beans, you can add them at this stage.)

Step 6: Finish Cooking the Vegetables

Add the green beans and simmer for another 15 minutes, or until the beef and vegetables are tender.

Step 7: Add Frozen Vegetables and Serve

Stir in the corn and peas and simmer for about 5 minutes, just until heated through. Mix in the fresh parsley and serve hot.