Here’s a teen-friendly Vegetable Beef Soup recipe—hearty, healthy, and easy to make! 🥕🥩🍲
Ingredients (serves 3–4)
- 1/2 lb (225 g) beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 cup green beans, chopped
- 1 cup diced potatoes
- 1 can (14 oz / 400 g) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the beef:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook 3–5 minutes until browned.
- Sauté veggies:
- Add onions, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook 3–4 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add remaining ingredients:
- Stir in potatoes, green beans, diced tomatoes, broth, and thyme.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
- Simmer:
- Cover and cook 25–30 minutes, until beef is tender and vegetables are cooked through.
- Serve:
- Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Tips & Variations
- Extra flavor: Add a splash of Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce to the broth.
- Quick version: Use pre-cut frozen vegetables to save time.
- Hearty boost: Add cooked pasta or rice to make it even more filling.
Basically, it’s a warm, comforting soup with tender beef and lots of veggies—perfect for lunch or dinner! 🥕🥩
I can also give a super quick 20-minute one-pot version if you want it faster for a teen-friendly meal.
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