Vegetable Beef Soup

Name: Vegetable Beef Soup
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Southern American
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs beef chuck roast, cubed; 1 tsp salt; 0.5 tsp black pepper; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 yellow onion, diced; 4 carrots, sliced; 2 celery stalks, sliced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 6 cups beef broth; 28 oz canned diced tomatoes; 2 cups russet potatoes, cubed; 1 cup fresh green beans, trimmed; 1 cup frozen corn kernels

A comforting, classic soup packed with tender beef chuck, potatoes, and colorful vegetables simmered in a savory broth.

65 minEasyServes 6380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs beef chuck roast, cubed
1 tsp salt
0.5 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 yellow onion, diced
4 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, sliced
4 garlic cloves, minced
6 cups beef broth
28 oz canned diced tomatoes
2 cups russet potatoes, cubed
1 cup fresh green beans, trimmed
1 cup frozen corn kernels

Instructions

1

Season 1.5 lbs cubed beef chuck roast with 1 tsp salt and 0.5 tsp black pepper.
2

Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat, add 1.5 lbs cubed beef chuck roast, and brown on all sides for 8 minutes until beef internal temperature reaches at least 160°F.
3

Add 1 diced yellow onion, 4 sliced carrots, and 2 sliced celery stalks to the pot and cook for 5 minutes until softened.
4

Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
5

Pour in 6 cups beef broth and 28 oz canned diced tomatoes, bringing the soup to a simmer.
6

Add 2 cups cubed russet potatoes, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until potatoes are fork tender.
7

Stir in 1 cup trimmed fresh green beans and 1 cup frozen corn kernels, cooking for an additional 10 minutes before serving.

Questions

How long does Vegetable Beef Soup 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 Vegetable Beef Soup?

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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