“Hearty Beef Vegetable Soup – A Comforting Classic” πŸ₯©πŸ₯•βœ¨

Ingredients:

  • πŸ₯© 1 lb beef stew meat, cubed
  • πŸ§… 1 medium onion, chopped
  • πŸ₯” 2 large potatoes, diced
  • πŸ₯• 2 carrots, sliced
  • 🌽 1 cup green beans, trimmed
  • πŸ… 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • πŸ₯£ 4 cups beef broth
  • 🌿 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 🌿 1 tsp dried basil
  • πŸ§‚ Salt and pepper to taste
  • πŸ§„ 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • πŸ₯„ 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions:

  1. Sear the Beef:
  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes and sear until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
  1. SautΓ© Aromatics:
  • In the same pot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until softened and fragrant.
  1. Combine Ingredients:
  • Return the beef to the pot. Add diced potatoes, carrots, green beans, diced tomatoes (with juice), beef broth, thyme, basil, salt, and pepper.
  1. Simmer the Soup:
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1-1.5 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
  1. Taste and Adjust:
  • Adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt or pepper to taste.
  1. Serve:
  • Ladle into bowls and serve hot, paired with crusty bread or crackers for a complete meal.

This Beef Vegetable Soup is packed with tender beef, wholesome veggies, and a rich broth – the ultimate comfort food for any season! πŸ₯©βœ¨