Beef, Tomato And Lima Bean Soup Recipe

Name: Beef, Tomato And Lima Bean Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. oil; 2 slices (1-inch thick) beef shank (1 1/2 lb.) or 1 lb. beef chuck, cut in 3/4-inch cubes; 2 large onions, sliced; 2 large cloves garlic, minced (optional); 1 1/2 tsp. salt or to taste; 1/2 tsp. each: oregano and pepper or to taste; 1 bay leaf; 3 or more c. water; 1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes, broken up; 2 large ribs celery with tops, sliced; 1 c. frozen, large lima beans

Servings: persons

1 Tbsp. oil
2 slices (1-inch thick) beef shank (1 1/2 lb.) or 1 lb. beef chuck, cut in 3/4-inch cubes
2 large onions, sliced
2 large cloves garlic, minced (optional)
1 1/2 tsp. salt or to taste
1/2 tsp. each: oregano and pepper or to taste
1 bay leaf
3 or more c. water
1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes, broken up
2 large ribs celery with tops, sliced
1 c. frozen, large lima beans

1
In Dutch oven, in hot oil, brown beef well.
2
Push to one side. Add onions and garlic.
3
Cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes. Add salt, oregano, pepper, bay leaf, 3 cups water, tomatoes and celery.
4
Bring to a boil.
5
Reduce heat, cover and simmer 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until meat is almost tender.
6
Add more water, if necessary.
7
Add lima beans.
8
Cover and simmer 15 minutes or until all is tender.
9
Remove meat; cut into 3/4-inch cubes.
10
Add to soup with any bone marrow.
11
Discard bay leaf.

256

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tbsp. oil, 2 slices (1-inch thick) beef shank (1 1/2 lb.) or 1 lb. beef chuck, cut in 3/4-inch cubes, 2 large onions, sliced, 2 large cloves garlic, minced (optional), and more.

Yes, Beef, Tomato And Lima Bean Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Beef, Tomato And Lima Bean Soup

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