Description
A hearty and comforting pot vegetable soup featuring tender beef stew meat simmered with fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs. Perfect for a nourishing family meal, this gluten-free American classic blends rich flavors in a single pot for easy preparation and satisfying taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Oil
- 1 pound beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Vegetables
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
Liquids and Canned Goods
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juice
- 6 cups beef broth
Herbs and Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional Garnish
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sear the beef: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef stew meat and sear for 4–5 minutes until browned on all sides to develop rich flavor. Remove the meat and set aside.
- Sauté aromatics: In the same pot, add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and translucent, enhancing the soup’s base flavor.
- Add vegetables and liquids: Return the browned beef to the pot. Add carrots, celery, potatoes, green beans, canned diced tomatoes with juice, and beef broth. Stir in dried thyme, oregano, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to season the soup deeply.
- Simmer the soup: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let it simmer gently for 1 to 1.5 hours. This slow simmering tenderizes the beef and fully cooks the vegetables, allowing flavors to meld.
- Add corn and finish cooking: During the last 10 minutes of cooking, stir in the corn kernels to heat through without overcooking. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally, garnish with freshly chopped parsley to add a pop of color and freshness. Serve hot and enjoy a wholesome, comforting bowl of vegetable beef soup.
Notes
- This soup stores well and tastes even better the next day as the flavors continue to develop.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or peas depending on your preference or what you have available.
- For a thicker broth, mash a few of the potatoes directly in the pot near the end of cooking to naturally thicken the soup without added starches.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
