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Homestyle Vegetable Beef Soup A Heartwarming Story and the Ultimate Comfort Bowl

Homestyle Vegetable Beef Soup

A heartwarming and comforting soup that becomes the favorite whenever the Homestyle Vegetable Beef Soup A Heartwarming Story and the Ultimate Comfort Bowl
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 1 minute
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 lb beef stew meat cut into bite‑sized pieces
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 2 celery stalks sliced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
Herbs & Finish
  • 1 tsp rosemary fresh or dried
  • 1 tsp thyme fresh or dried
  • 1 cup cream optional for richness
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large soup pot

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil and butter in a large soup pot over medium heat until melted and shimmering.
  2. Add the beef stew meat and brown on all sides, about 5–7 minutes.
  3. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant and softened.
  4. Stir in the carrots and celery and cook for another 3–4 minutes.
  5. Pour in the beef and vegetable broth, then add rosemary and thyme. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Lower heat and let the soup simmer for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. If using, stir in the cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Cook an additional 5 minutes to blend flavors, then serve warm.

Notes

This soup gets better as it sits — great for make‑ahead holiday meals. Serve with crusty bread and a sprinkle of fresh herbs for extra comfort.