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Beef and Rice Soup

Hearty Beef and Rice Soup for Cozy Nights In

This Hearty Beef and Rice Soup is a comforting, nourishing dish perfect for chilly evenings, packed with flavors and satisfying ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 pounds Beef Stew Meat Can substitute with ground beef if short on time.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour For browning the beef and thickening the soup.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Can use olive oil for a healthier option.
  • 1/2 cup Red Wine Optional for flavor depth; can omit for non-alcoholic version.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic may also be used.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Substitute with fresh for vibrant flavor.
  • 1 large Yellow Onion Shallots can be used for a milder taste.
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms Any preferred mushroom variety can be swapped in.
  • 2 large Carrots Can be replaced with parsnips or turnips.
  • 1 cup Green Beans Fresh or frozen can be used.
For the Savory Finish
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce is a good gluten-free alternative.
  • 6 cups Beef Broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes Can also use fresh tomatoes if in season.
  • 1 cup Long Grain and Wild Rice Quick cooking rice can replace it in a pinch.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Beef: Cut beef stew meat into 1 to 1.25-inch pieces and coat with all-purpose flour. Set aside.
  2. Sear the Beef: Heat vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat, add beef in a single layer, and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until browned.
  3. Add Flavor Base: Deglaze the pot with red wine, scrape the bottom, stir in minced garlic and dried thyme, and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Incorporate Vegetables and Broth: Add onion, carrots, mushrooms, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and diced tomatoes. Bring to boil.
  5. Simmer the Soup: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour.
  6. Add Green Beans and Rice: Stir in green beans and rice, cover, and simmer for another 20 minutes or until rice is tender.
  7. Season and Serve: Taste and season with salt and pepper, optionally add heavy cream, and serve hot with crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

The flavors deepen over time, making this soup taste even better the next day. Perfect for meal prep and leftovers.

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