Description

Best Ever Easy Vegetable Beef Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This hearty dish features tender beef chuck simmered with fresh vegetables, creating a rich and flavorful soup that warms both the heart and soul. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this easy-to-make recipe promises to fill your kitchen with delightful aromas and bring everyone to the table.

Ingredients

1 lb beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 medium carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, chopped
2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
14 oz can diced tomatoes
4 cups low-sodium beef broth
1 tsp dried thyme
2 bay leaves
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

1. Prepare all ingredients by chopping vegetables into bite-sized pieces.

2. In a large pot over medium-high heat, add oil and sear the beef until browned on all sides (4–5 minutes). Remove from pot.

3. In the same pot, sauté onions and garlic until fragrant (2–3 minutes).

4. Return beef to the pot; add carrots, celery, potatoes, diced tomatoes, beef broth, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.

5. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for about two hours until the beef is tender. Stir occasionally.

6. Remove bay leaves before serving hot in bowls.

Notes

This soup tastes even better the next day as the flavors continue to develop. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.