Description
A rich and comforting Braised Vegetable Beef Soup that’s perfect for a cozy night, this easy recipe combines tender slow-cooked beef with hearty vegetables in a deeply flavorful broth. Whether you’re looking for a quick dinner idea, healthy comfort food, or a satisfying meal prep recipe, this dish delivers bold taste with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
2 lbs chuck roast beef, cut into chunks
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3 carrots, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 medium potatoes, diced
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
4 cups beef broth
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 sprig fresh rosemary
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and sear the beef chunks until browned on all sides.
2. Remove the beef and sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened.
3. Add garlic and tomato paste, stirring until fragrant.
4. Deglaze with a bit of beef broth, scraping up browned bits.
5. Return beef to the pot and add remaining broth, tomatoes, potatoes, rosemary, and bay leaf.
6. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low for 2 to 2.5 hours.
7. Remove herbs, adjust seasoning, and serve warm.
Notes
Let the soup rest for 10 minutes before serving to deepen the flavors.
Cut vegetables evenly to ensure consistent cooking and texture.
This soup tastes even better the next day after the flavors meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: easy dinner, comfort food, beef soup, healthy meal, meal prep