Chunky Vegetable-Beef Soup Recipe

Name: Chunky Vegetable-Beef Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb. lean stew meat; 1 tsp. natural meat browning and seasoning (if desired); 2 c. sliced carrots (5 to 6 medium); 2 c. sliced celery (3 to 4 stalks); 1 medium onion, sliced; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 c. water; 1 (10 1/2 oz.) can condensed beef bouillon; 1 (16 oz.) can tomato wedges (undrained); 1 Tbsp. cornstarch; 1/4 tsp. salt; dash of pepper; 1/2 tsp. leaf marjoram

Servings: persons

1/2 lb. lean stew meat
1 tsp. natural meat browning and seasoning (if desired)
2 c. sliced carrots (5 to 6 medium)
2 c. sliced celery (3 to 4 stalks)
1 medium onion, sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 bay leaf
1/2 c. water
1 (10 1/2 oz.) can condensed beef bouillon
1 (16 oz.) can tomato wedges (undrained)
1 Tbsp. cornstarch
1/4 tsp. salt
dash of pepper
1/2 tsp. leaf marjoram

1
Trim excess fat from meat; cut into bite size pieces.
2
Place in a 2 to 2 1/2-quart casserole.
3
Sprinkle with browning powder. Microwave (High), uncovered, 4 to 4 1/2 minutes, or until meat is no longer pink.
4
Add carrots, celery, onion, garlic, bay leaf, water and bouillon.
5
Cover with lid.
6
Microwave (High) 7 to 8 minutes, or until mixture boils.
7
Stir, then microwave (Low, 30%) for 30 minutes, or until vegetables are just about tender. Combine cornstarch with some of liquid from tomatoes.
8
Add tomatoes and cornstarch to hot soup, stirring well.
9
Salt and pepper.

159

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb. lean stew meat, 1 tsp. natural meat browning and seasoning (if desired), 2 c. sliced carrots (5 to 6 medium), 2 c. sliced celery (3 to 4 stalks), and more.

Yes, Chunky Vegetable-Beef 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.

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Chunky Vegetable-Beef Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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