Beef soup is a hearty, savory dish featuring tender chunks of beef simmered with vegetables in a flavorful broth. It’s perfect for colder days or anytime you want a filling, comforting meal. 🥩🥕🍲
Key Features
- Protein: Beef (stew meat, chuck roast, or shank works best)
- Vegetables: Carrots, celery, potatoes, onions, and sometimes tomatoes or green beans
- Broth: Beef stock or broth for rich flavor
- Flavoring: Garlic, herbs like thyme or bay leaves, salt, and pepper
- Optional additions: Barley, pasta, or rice for added heartiness
Basic Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 1 lb beef stew meat, cut into cubes
- 2 tbsp oil for browning
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 potatoes, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme (or 1–2 tsp fresh)
- 1–2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Quick Method
- Brown beef: Heat oil in a large pot, brown beef cubes on all sides, then remove and set aside.
- Sauté vegetables: In the same pot, sauté onions, carrots, and celery 5 minutes until softened; add garlic and cook 1 more minute.
- Add broth and beef: Return beef to the pot, add potatoes, beef broth, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a simmer.
- Simmer: Cover and cook 1–1.5 hours until beef is tender and flavors meld.
- Season & serve: Remove bay leaves, adjust salt and pepper, and serve hot.
💡 Tips:
- Browning the beef first adds extra depth of flavor to the broth.
- Add a splash of red wine or Worcestershire sauce for richer taste.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day.
I can also give you a 30-minute stovetop beef soup recipe that’s hearty and flavorful for busy nights. Do you want me to do that?
