Delma'S Soup Recipe

Name: Delma'S Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 chicken breast halves, boneless and skinless; 2 lb. stew beef, boneless; 1/2 lb. bacon, lean and thick, cut into small pieces; 1 (32 oz.) pkg. frozen mixed vegetables; 1 (20 oz.) can diced tomatoes; 1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen yellow corn; 1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen butter beans; 6 fresh carrots; 2 med. potatoes; 3/4 c. celery, chopped; 1 med. onion, chopped; 1 can creamed corn; 8-10 bouillon cubes (beef or chicken); 1 (48 oz.) can V-8 juice; 2 Tbsp. sugar, or to taste

Servings: persons

4 chicken breast halves, boneless and skinless
2 lb. stew beef, boneless
1/2 lb. bacon, lean and thick, cut into small pieces
1 (32 oz.) pkg. frozen mixed vegetables
1 (20 oz.) can diced tomatoes
1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen yellow corn
1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen butter beans
6 fresh carrots
2 med. potatoes
3/4 c. celery, chopped
1 med. onion, chopped
1 can creamed corn
8-10 bouillon cubes (beef or chicken)
1 (48 oz.) can V-8 juice
2 Tbsp. sugar, or to taste

1
Rinse chicken and remove any remaining fat.
2
Place in refrigerator and soak overnight in salted water.
3
Drain chicken, rinse and put in large pot with water to cover.
4
While chicken is cooking, cut beef into small pieces.
5
When chicken is done, remove from pot.
6
Rinse beef and add to cooking liquid along with bacon. While this is cooking, cut up chicken and add to pot along with bouillon cubes.
7
Add tomatoes and frozen vegetables.
8
While cooking, cut up remaining raw vegetables and add with V-8 juice and creamed corn.
9
Cook until vegetables are done.
10
Add sugar last.
11
This should be sufficiently salty, but pepper may be added if desired.
12
Soup may be thinned with water, if desired.

1735

kcal

Calories

123

Fat

Carbs

117

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 chicken breast halves, boneless and skinless, 2 lb. stew beef, boneless, 1/2 lb. bacon, lean and thick, cut into small pieces, 1 (32 oz.) pkg. frozen mixed vegetables, and more.

Yes, Delma'S 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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Delma'S Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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