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5 Best Old Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup Recipes

5 Best Old Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup Recipes
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A cozy, hearty vegetable beef soup combining tender beef chunks, fresh root vegetables, and rich beef broth infused with aromatic herbs and tomato for a comforting classic meal. Perfect for chilly days, this recipe balances protein and vegetables using simple, pantry-friendly ingredients with flexible variations to suit your taste or dietary needs.

Ingredients

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Beef and Broth

  • 2 pounds stew beef (chuck or other marbled cuts), cut into chunks
  • 6 cups beef broth or stock
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste or 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes

Aromatics and Herbs

  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh thyme)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish and final addition)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Vegetables

  • 3 large carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 3 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 3 stalks celery, chopped
  • Optional: 1 cup green beans, peas, or corn (for added color and texture)

Instructions

  1. Brown the Beef: Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef chunks in batches, avoiding overcrowding, until a rich golden crust forms on all sides. Remove and set aside.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: In the same pot, add chopped onions and garlic. Sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes, building the base flavor for the broth.
  3. Deglaze and Simmer: Stir in tomato paste, cooking for 1-2 minutes to blend. Pour in the beef broth and scrape the pot bottom to release browned bits. Return browned beef to the pot, add bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  4. Add Vegetables: Add chopped carrots, celery, and potatoes to the simmering pot. Reduce heat to low and cook uncovered for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally until beef is tender and vegetables are cooked through.
  5. Final Touches: Adjust seasoning to taste, remove bay leaves, and stir in fresh parsley and any optional vegetables like green beans or peas in the last few minutes of cooking to retain their color and texture. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use beef chuck or stew meat for best tenderness.
  • Do not rush browning the meat for deeper flavor.
  • Add a splash of vinegar or lemon juice at the end to brighten flavors.
  • Cut vegetables uniformly for even cooking and pleasing texture.
  • Simmer on low heat for a melt-in-your-mouth beef texture.

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Keywords: vegetable beef soup, old fashioned soup, hearty beef soup, comfort food, gluten free beef soup, stew beef soup

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