Description
A hearty, nourishing soup loaded with tender beef, fresh vegetables, and a savory broth—simple to prepare, comforting, and perfect for any season or occasion.
Ingredients
Beef and Broth
- 1 lb ground beef or stew beef
- 4 cups beef broth
Vegetables
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 cups potatoes or turnips, diced
- 1 cup green beans
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
Seasonings
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Brown the beef: In a large pot over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned. If using stew beef, brown on all sides. Drain any excess fat if necessary to avoid greasy soup.
- Sauté vegetables: Add the diced onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and celery to the pot with the browned beef. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes until the vegetables soften and become fragrant.
- Add remaining ingredients: Stir in the diced potatoes or turnips, canned diced tomatoes (with juices), beef broth, green beans, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix well to combine all flavors.
- Simmer the soup: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Let the soup simmer for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors meld together beautifully.
Notes
- For a low-carb version, substitute potatoes with turnips.
- Add corn or peas to include more classic vegetable textures and sweetness.
- This soup freezes very well; store in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
