Viennese Beef Soup Recipe

Name: Viennese Beef Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs beef bones with marrow, cracked; 2 medium carrots, scraped, sliced; 3 lbs beef chuck; 1 stalk celery, pared & cubed; 3 quarts water; 3 small turnips, pared & cubed; 2 1/2 teaspoons salt; 2 cups cauliflower, cut up; 3/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 bay leaves; 1 large onion, peeled, sliced thin; 4 sprigs parsley; 2 medium leeks, white parts only; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Servings: persons

2 1/2 lbs beef bones with marrow, cracked
2 medium carrots, scraped, sliced
3 lbs beef chuck
1 stalk celery, pared & cubed
3 quarts water
3 small turnips, pared & cubed
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 cups cauliflower, cut up
3/4 teaspoon pepper
2 bay leaves
1 large onion, peeled, sliced thin
4 sprigs parsley
2 medium leeks, white parts only
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

1
Taking the white parts of the leek only, clean and thinly slice them.
2
Scald bones and rinse in cold water.
3
Put beef and water in a large kettle; bring to a boil.
4
Add bones, salt and pepper.
5
Slowly bring to a full simmer; remove any scum from the top.
6
Cook over low heat, partially covered, 1 1/2 hours.
7
Again remove any scum from the top.
8
Add remaining ingredients and continue to cook about 40 minutes, until meat and vegetables are tender.
9
Remove and discard parsley, bay leaves, and bones.
10
Take out the meat and cut into bite sized pieces, discarding any gristle.
11
Return meat to soup.
12
You may also add noodles, rice or dumplings to the finished soup.

1622

kcal

Calories

106

Fat

Carbs

166

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

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: 2 1/2 lbs beef bones with marrow, cracked, 2 medium carrots, scraped, sliced, 3 lbs beef chuck, 1 stalk celery, pared & cubed, and more.

Yes, Viennese 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Viennese Beef Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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