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Old-Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup: A Hearty Delight!

A hearty and comforting Old-Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup, perfect for chilly days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound beef stew meat cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 carrots sliced
  • 2 stalks celery sliced
  • 1 cup green beans cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup corn fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 can 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 6 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups potatoes diced (about 2 medium potatoes)
  • 1 bay leaf

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef stew meat and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the beef and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  3. Return the browned beef to the pot. Add the carrots, celery, green beans, corn, diced tomatoes, beef broth, thyme, basil, salt, pepper, potatoes, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through. Stir occasionally.
  5. Remove the bay leaf before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider adding a splash of Worcestershire sauce or a dash of hot sauce before serving.
  • You can substitute the beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water and stir it into the soup during the last 10 minutes of cooking.

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