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Vegetable Beef Soup

Hearty Vegetable Beef Soup for Cozy Family Dinners

This comforting Vegetable Beef Soup is perfect for chilly nights, combining tender beef and nutritious vegetables in a warming broth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 pound lean ground beef provides protein and flavor
  • 4 cups tomato juice base of the broth
  • 2 cups water adjusts broth consistency
  • 1 tablespoon Better than Bouillon enhances flavor
For the Vegetables
  • 4 cups frozen mixed vegetables or fresh vegetables as preferred
  • 2 medium russet potatoes diced for heartiness
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon minced dry onion or fresh onions
  • 1 teaspoon sugar optional, to balance acidity
  • 1 teaspoon pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon basil seasoning
  • 2 leaves bay leaves remove before serving
For Texture
  • 1 cup barley adds thickness
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce omit for vegetarian version

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Large stockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink, about 6–8 minutes.
  2. In a large stockpot, combine the browned beef, tomato juice, water, and Better Than Bouillon.
  3. Stir in mixed vegetables, diced potatoes, and seasonings, and bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Let the soup cook for at least 1 hour to meld flavors; stir occasionally.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or sugar as needed; simmer for another 30 minutes.
  6. Remove and discard bay leaves before serving.
  7. Ladle soup into bowls and serve warm, with crusty bread if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize vegetables and grains according to preference, and aim for long simmering for richer flavor.

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