Savor Hearty Vegetable Beef Soup with Tomato Soup Base Recipe

Added by Fernanda Martins, April 22, 2024
soups → beef-soup
Global cuisine

A warm, satisfying Vegetable Beef Soup with Tomato Base, bursting with flavors and packed with nutritious vegetables and tender beef, ideal for a wholesome meal.

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Recipe:

Ingrediens

• 1 pound beef stew meat, cubed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 can (10.75 oz) condensed tomato soup
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

1. Sauté Meat: Heat the olive oil in a soup pot. Add the beef cubes and brown them on all sides. Remove and set aside.
2. Cook Vegetables: In the same pot, add onion and garlic. Cook until they are soft. Stir in carrots, celery, green beans, and bell pepper, cooking until slightly softened.
3. Combine Ingredients: Return the beef to the pot. Add potatoes, diced tomatoes, beef broth, and tomato soup. Stir well.
4. Season: Sprinkle oregano and basil into the pot. Season with salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
5. Simmer: Cover and let simmer for about 1 hour, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
6. Garnish and Serve: Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Tips and Tricks

1. Browning the beef enhances the flavor of the soup.
2. For a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes directly in the pot.
3. Add a splash of red wine for a richer flavor.

Historical & Cultural Overview

Beef and vegetable soups have been staples in many cultures due to their nourishing qualities and the ability to utilize available ingredients. This version, with its tomato base, is inspired by rustic European stews and soups that have warmed many generations.

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