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    By Amy · Published: Jan 20, 2018 · Updated: Jan 20, 2019 · This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy 14 Comments

    Vegetable Beef Soup

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    Today I’m re-sharing one of my very favorite soup recipes:  Vegetable Beef Soup.

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    Overhead view of two white bowls of vegetable beef soup by a striped napkin.

    Why am I re-sharing?  Because I was reminded today of how my love of food came to evolve in my lifetime.  Food:  We all have to have it.  It’s a necessity.  But there’s so much more to it than that (to me, anyway).

    Food brings people together on so many levels.  Whether you’re celebrating, mourning, socializing or trying to comfort a loved one… food is always there.

    A closeup view of a white bowl of soup with a spoon.

    Sometimes you get home from a long day at work and just need to throw something together to nourish your family… then other times you pour your heart and soul into making a meal for someone you love dearly.  That’s what I did today with this soup.

    You see, one of my very dearest and best friends is battling the beast.  His name is cancer and I hate him with a passion.  Hate is an ugly word and I don’t use it very often at all.  But it’s warranted today.

    A closeup view of vegetable beef soup in a white bowl with a spoon.

    When I feel like comforting someone I always make this soup.  It’s full of beef (no skimping!) and healthy veggies.

    WHAT’S IN THIS VEGETABLE BEEF SOUP?

    • Stew meat (and lots of it!)
    • Onion
    • Potatoes
    • Carrots
    • Celery
    • Tomatoes
    • Corn
    • Okra
    • Green beans
    • Baby lima beans
    • Herbs and seasonings

    Overhead view of two white bowls of beef stew by saltine crackers.

    So whether you’re making this soup to comfort a loved one or making it for your family to enjoy on a cold day by the fire, remember life is precious.  Savor every minute, and enjoy the journey.  Every single day is a gift.

    I hope this comforting soup brings you as much comfort and joy as it has brought me and my loved ones over the years.  An emoji of a pink heart shape.

    Originally published December 2, 2015 and updated January 20, 2018.

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    Overhead view of two white bowls of beef stew by saltine crackers.

    Vegetable Beef Soup


    ★★★★★

    5 from 3 reviews

    • Total Time: 1 hour 10 mins
    • Yield: Approximately 5 quarts
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    Ingredients

    • 2–½ tablespoons olive oil
    • 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into bite-size pieces (about ¾-inch)
    • 1–½ cups chopped yellow onion
    • 1–½ pounds potatoes, peeled and diced (about 4 cups — I used russet potatoes)
    • 1–½ cups peeled and sliced carrots
    • 1 cup sliced celery
    • 1 tablespoon fresh minced garlic
    • 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
    • 7 cups beef stock
    • 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
    • 1 cup frozen corn
    • 1 cup frozen okra
    • 1 cup frozen green beans
    • 1 cup frozen baby lima beans
    • 1 bay leaf
    • Salt and pepper, to taste
    • Fresh chopped parsley for garnish, if desired

    Instructions

    1. In a large 8-quart stockpot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add meat and cook until browned, stirring constantly, about 4-5 minutes. Remove meat with a slotted spoon and transfer to a bowl, leaving juices in pot. Decrease heat to medium and add onions, potatoes, carrots, celery and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently for about 8 minutes.
    2. Add remaining ingredients to pot and return cooked beef to pot. Stir gently to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover pot and gently simmer for at least 30-35 minutes, or until beef and vegetables are tender. Remove bay leaf before serving.
    3. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, if desired.
    • Prep Time: 15 mins
    • Cook Time: 55 mins

     

    Vegetable Beef Soup in a white bowl with a spoon and a striped napkin.

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    1. Jeff says

      January 30, 2019 at 6:38 pm

      Alright, look in wanted to make some vegetable soup but I saw your post and said what the heck I’ll try it. I was a bit puzzled while I was cooking it bc I couldn’t smell much and thought oh well I got to finish it.

      I didn’t think it would be much so after it was finally finished, i cautiously poured a bowl and slowly blew on and sipped and I literally said “oh my God” I was not expectinguch and got knocked out bu.the flavor of this.

      This is amazing. Thanks for posting!

      Reply
      • Amy @ The Blond Cook says

        January 31, 2019 at 10:16 am

        Thanks so much, Jeff… glad you enjoyed the soup! 🙂

        Reply
    2. Karly says

      January 22, 2018 at 9:47 pm

      This should be next to the word “heartwarming” in the dictionary. Looks SO stinking good- definitely need to try this winter!

      Reply
      • Amy @ The Blond Cook says

        January 24, 2018 at 9:31 am

        Thank you so much, Karly! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Melissa Griffiths says

      January 22, 2018 at 8:39 pm

      I love food for that reason, too – it does so much to bind us together! I’m so sorry about your friend battling cancer. It’s the worst! I’m sure such a cozy meal at least made the moment better!

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      • Amy @ The Blond Cook says

        January 24, 2018 at 9:32 am

        Thank you so much, Melissa… she enjoyed it so much! 🙂

        Reply
    4. Mary M. Martinez says

      April 10, 2016 at 9:46 am

      I have been meaning to make some hearty beef soup now that it’s getting cooler!! Looks delicious.

      Reply
      • Amy @ The Blond Cook says

        April 10, 2016 at 10:11 am

        Thanks so much, Mary! 🙂

        Reply
    5. Traci Brinkley says

      March 31, 2016 at 7:08 pm

      Made this tonight and love it!! Will definitely make it again. Thank you for sharing!

      ★★★★★

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      • Amy @ The Blond Cook says

        April 04, 2016 at 8:40 am

        Hey Traci, thanks so much… so glad everyone liked it! 🙂

        Reply
    6. Al G says

      December 03, 2015 at 3:06 pm

      My Dad made this soup when I was growing up. I loved it! Back then he was able to find a bone to make stock. Of all the things I learned to cook from him this was not one of them. I’m so glad you posted this. Brings back a LOT of memories and I’m going to make this for my family! Perfect winter fare.

      ★★★★★

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      • Amy @ The Blond Cook says

        December 03, 2015 at 3:16 pm

        Thank you so much, Al! I enjoy it so much and hope you and your family do, too!

        Reply
    7. Janna says

      December 02, 2015 at 5:44 pm

      The best comfort soup ever

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Amy @ The Blond Cook says

        December 02, 2015 at 6:05 pm

        Thanks so much, Janna!

        Reply

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