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Sopa de Legumes com Carne

A traditional Brazilian vegetable and beef soup packed with tender root vegetables, chayote, and seared beef chuck in a rich savory broth.

60 minEasyServes 6280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 lb beef chuck roast, cubed
  • 1 cup yellow onion, diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 6 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 2 cups Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
  • 1 cup chayote squash, diced
  • 1 cup green beans, chopped
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add 1 lb cubed beef chuck roast and sear until browned on all sides and internal temperature reaches at least 145°F, about 8 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add 1 cup diced yellow onion and 4 minced garlic cloves, cooking for 3 minutes until soft and fragrant.

  4. 4

    Pour in 6 cups beef broth and bring to a simmer.

  5. 5

    Add 1 cup diced carrots, 2 cups diced Yukon Gold potatoes, 1 cup diced chayote squash, 1 cup chopped green beans, and 1 tsp salt.

  6. 6

    Cover and cook for 25 minutes until all vegetables are tender.

  7. 7

    Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley right before serving.

Questions

How long does Sopa de Legumes com Carne keep?

Refrigerate it up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it.

Can I halve or double Sopa de Legumes com Carne?

Yes. As written it serves 6. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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