Best 10 Hearty Homemade Vegetable Beef Soup Recipes

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Indulge in a comforting and wholesome culinary experience with our hearty homemade vegetable beef soup. Crafted with fresh vegetables, tender beef, and a rich flavorful broth, this classic soup promises a satisfying and nutritious meal. Join us as we guide you through three irresistible variations: the traditional beef soup, a hearty slow-cooker version, and a vegetarian alternative. Each recipe offers unique flavors and textures, ensuring there's a perfect option for every taste and dietary preference. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a delightful journey into the world of homemade vegetable beef soup.

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HEARTY BEEF AND VEGETABLE SOUP



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When you need to feed a crowd, consider this beefy favorite loaded with both fresh and frozen veggies. -Sue Straughan, Prattville, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 4h

Yield 26 servings (1-1/2 cups each).

Number Of Ingredients 22

2 to 4 tablespoons canola oil
4 pounds beef stew meat
8 medium onions (2-1/4 pounds), halved and thinly sliced
12 cups water
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1-1/3 cups Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup beef bouillon granules
12 medium red potatoes (about 3-1/2 pounds), cubed
1/2 large head cabbage, chopped
1 pound carrots, thinly sliced
6 celery ribs, thinly sliced (3 cups)
3 cups (about 15 ounces) frozen corn
3 cups (about 12 ounces) frozen peas
3 cups (about 12 ounces) frozen cut green beans
1-1/2 cups (about 15 ounces) frozen lima beans
1 bay leaf
3 teaspoons dried marjoram
3 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) frozen sliced okra

Steps:

  • In a large stockpot, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Brown beef in batches, adding additional oil as necessary. Remove with a slotted spoon. Add onions to drippings; cook and stir until tender. Discard drippings; return beef to pot. Stir in water, tomatoes, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce and bouillon. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 45 minutes., Stir in potatoes, cabbage, carrots, celery, corn, peas, green beans, lima beans and seasonings. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 35 minutes. Stir in okra; cook 15-20 minutes longer or until beef and vegetables are tender. Discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 1090mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

VEGETABLE BEEF SOUP



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Loaded with fresh veggies and tender beef, this hearty Vegetable Beef Soup is the perfect comfort food!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Appetizer     Dinner     Lunch     Side Dish     Soup

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ½ pounds beef chuck roast (trimmed and cubed into ½" pieces)
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion (chopped)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
6 cups beef broth
15 ounces canned tomatoes (with juices)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 cups potatoes (cubed ½")
3 carrots (sliced ½")
1 rib celery (sliced ½")
1 cup green beans (cut into 1" pieces)
½ cup frozen corn (thawed or canned )

Steps:

  • Season beef with salt & pepper.
  • Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large pot and add beef in small batches cooking until browned, about 2 minutes per side.
  • Add cooked beef back to the pan, reduce heat to medium and add onion and garlic. Cook 2 minutes more.
  • Add broth, tomatoes with juices, and Italian seasoning, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 45-65 minutes or until beef is fork-tender.
  • Add potatoes, carrots, and celery and simmer 15 minutes more. Add beans and corn, simmer 10 minutes more. (If you prefer softer beans, they can be added earlier).
  • Season with salt & pepper to taste and serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 cups, Calories 229 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 21 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 59 mg, Sodium 636 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g

HOMEMADE VEGETABLE BEEF SOUP



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My mom made this soup when I was young. I have always loved her soups. When I was able to start cooking by myself I fell in love and have added and taken items away, but my fiance love my soups. And he isn't even big on soups. I hope your family enjoys the soup as much as mine does.

Provided by renee

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 5h55m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 (14 ounce) cans beef broth
1 (15 ounce) can green beans, drained
1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 (14.5 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (46 fluid ounce) bottle tomato-vegetable juice cocktail (such as V8®)
¼ teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste
¼ tablespoon onion powder, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Mix beef broth and beef stew meat in a large pot over medium heat. Bring broth to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cook beef at a simmer until tender, about 45 minutes.
  • Stir corn, green beans, tomato sauce, and tomato paste with the beef. Pour tomato-vegetable juice cocktail into the pot; season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cook for 5 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.5 calories, Carbohydrate 18.3 g, Cholesterol 35.9 mg, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 987.9 mg, Sugar 7.6 g

HEARTY BEEF SOUP



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This quick-to-fix soup, sent in by Marcia Severson from Hallock, Minnesota, feeds 25 hungry tummies. The tender sirloin pieces and diced veggies offer satisfying appeal. Marcia Severson, Hallock, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h40m

Yield 32 servings (8 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 pounds beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
4 cups chopped onions
1/4 cup butter
4 quarts hot water
4 cups sliced carrots
4 cups cubed peeled potatoes
2 cups chopped cabbage
1 cup chopped celery
1 large green pepper, chopped
8 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
1 tablespoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon pepper
4 bay leaves
6 cups tomato juice

Steps:

  • In two Dutch ovens, brown beef and onions in butter in batches; drain. Add the water, vegetables and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. , Add tomato juice; cover and simmer 10 minutes longer or until the beef and vegetables are tender. Discard bay leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 428mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HEARTY BEEF VEGETABLE SOUP



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My stew-like soup is loaded with nutritious ingredients, yet it's so easy to prepare. I make homemade bread or breadsticks to serve with it. -Sherman Snowball, Salt Lake City, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h20m

Yield 8 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 21

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3 cups water
4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
6 medium carrots, sliced
2 medium turnips, peeled and cubed
1 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced
1 medium green pepper, julienned
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
2 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Add beef, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat. , In a Dutch oven, brown beef in oil. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato sauce, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic and oregano. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour. , Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until meat and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 638mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HEARTY OLD-FASHIONED VEGETABLE BEEF SOUP



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Made with meaty soup bones, this soup is loaded with vegetables, making it a fabulous cold-weather meal.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Side Dish     Entree     Dinner     Lunch     Soup

Time 4h

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 to 3 pounds beef shanks
8 cups beef stock (unsalted or low sodium)
3/4 cup onion (chopped)
3/4 cup celery (chopped)
1/4 teaspoon pepper (coarsely ground)
1 bay leaf
Kosher salt (to taste)
2 (14.5-ounce) cans tomatoes (diced)
2 cups cabbage (shredded)
1 1/2 cups green beans (fresh cut or frozen)
1 1/2 cups potatoes (diced, raw)
1 cup carrots (thinly sliced)
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
Optional: 1 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • In a large stockpot or Dutch oven , combine the beef shanks, beef stock, onion, pepper, bay leaf, and salt. Cover the pot and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low, and skim off and discard any foam. Simmer, partially covered, stirring occasionally, for 3 hours, or until the meat is mostly tender.
  • Remove the beef shanks from the soup. Skim excess fat from the surface of the soup with a ladle or spoon. Remove the meat from the bones, cut it into small pieces, and add it back to the broth. Add the tomatoes, cabbage, green beans, potatoes, carrots, celery, Worcestershire sauce, and sugar, if using. Continue to simmer for about 45 minutes longer, or until the vegetables and meat are tender. Taste and adjust the seasonings.
  • Remove the bay leaf and ladle the soup into bowls. Serve hot and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 435 kcal, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 133 mg, Fiber 5 g, Protein 63 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 805 mg, Sugar 7 g, Fat 11 g, ServingSize 8 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

HEARTY BEEF AND VEGETABLE SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Beef     Vegetable     Stew     Low/No Sugar     Barley     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup finely chopped onion
2 garlic gloves, minced
1 14 1/2-ounce can whole tomatoes, drained (juices reserved), chopped
4 boiling potatoes (about 1 1/4 pounds) cut into 1-inch cubes
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup sliced carrots
1 cup pearl barley
1 cup shredded green cabbage
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon dried basil
5 1/2 cups canned beef broth
1 cup water
2 10-ounce packages frozen mixed vegetables
Chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add beef and cook until brown, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes. Add onion and garlic and sauté until onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes with juices and all remaining ingredients except frozen vegetables and parsley. Cover and simmer until meat is tender, about 1 hour 10 minutes. (Can be prepared 3 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Rewarm over medium heat before continuing.) Stir in frozen vegetables. Cover and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes. Sprinkle soup with parsley and serve.

HEARTY VEGETABLE BEEF SOUP



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This soup is packed with flavor. Thanks to convenience products, it's perfect for a weeknight supper, but it would also make a tasty lunch some snowy Saturday. -Joanne Meehan, Shippensburg, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (17 ounces) refrigerated beef roast au jus
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
1 package (16 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables
5-1/2 cups water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups uncooked mini penne pasta

Steps:

  • Shred beef with two forks; transfer to a Dutch oven. Add the tomatoes, vegetables, water and salt. Bring to a boil. , Stir in pasta. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until flavors are blended and pasta is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 705mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HEARTY VEGETABLE BEEF SOUP



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Enjoy our Heart Vegetable Beef Soup. With big chunks of beef and winter vegetables, this is exactly the kind of soup people want in the winter months!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 2h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 boneless beef chuck eye roast (2 lb.), trimmed, cut into 8 pieces
2-1/2 qt. (10 cups) fat-free reduced-sodium beef broth
3 carrots, cut into 4x1/4-inch pieces
1 onion, chopped
2 jalapeño peppers, seeded, finely chopped
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper
1/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
1 lb. red potato (about 3), peeled, cut into 4x1/4-inch pieces
2 turnips, cut into wedges
1 can (15 oz.) hominy, drained
1 cup cooked barley
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen peas
1/4 cup A.1. Original Sauce
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint

Steps:

  • Place meat in stockpot. Add broth; bring to boil on medium-high heat. Cover; simmer on low heat 1 hour, skimming surface occasionally.
  • Cook carrots, onions, jalapeño peppers and crushed red pepper in dressing in large skillet on medium heat 10 min., stirring occasionally. Add to ingredients in stockpot; stir. Add all remaining ingredients except mint; stir. Simmer on medium-low heat 20 min. or just until potatoes are tender. (Do not overcook.)
  • Spoon 1 piece of meat in each of 8 bowls. Ladle broth and vegetables over meat. Sprinkle with mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 970 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 25 g

HEARTY BEEF AND VEGETABLE SOUP



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This is a quick and easy hearty soup. Use your favorite mix of vegetables, I like the mix of carrot, corn, peas and beans from the freezer.

Provided by KelBel

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb ground beef
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (14 ounce) can beef broth
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 cups water
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
1 teaspoon italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Heat oil in dutch oven. Add onion, garlic and ground beef. Brown for 10 minutes, drain fat if necessary.
  • Add remaining ingredients and cook until the soup starts to boil. Turn down heat and simmer 10 minutes.
  • Serve with parmesan cheese and crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.9, Fat 14.5, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 51.4, Sodium 991.6, Carbohydrate 31.2, Fiber 9.2, Sugar 7.8, Protein 24.6

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will give your soup more flavor and nutrition. Some good choices include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, green beans, and peas.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables. You want them to be tender, but not mushy.
  • Brown the beef before adding it to the soup. This will give it a richer flavor.
  • Use a good quality beef broth. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your soup.
  • Season the soup to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices as desired.
  • Serve the soup with a side of bread or crackers. This will help to soak up the broth and make the meal more satisfying.

Conclusion:

Vegetable beef soup is a hearty and delicious meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a pot of vegetable beef soup that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try.

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