Whatever is Available Soup Recipe

Name: Whatever is Available Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (48 ounce) can beef broth; 4 cups water; 2 large potatoes, peeled and cut into quarters; 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, include liquid; ¾ cup barley (pearl barley if available); 3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine; 1 large potato, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes; ½ cup elbow macaroni; 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables; 1 ½ cups left over chicken, cut into bite size pieces; 2 teaspoons soy sauce (if available, but not necessary); ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper

Servings: persons

1 (48 ounce) can beef broth
4 cups water
2 large potatoes, peeled and cut into quarters
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, include liquid
¾ cup barley (pearl barley if available)
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
1 large potato, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes
½ cup elbow macaroni
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
1 ½ cups left over chicken, cut into bite size pieces
2 teaspoons soy sauce (if available, but not necessary)
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

1
In a large cooking pot or large saucepan, add beef broth, water and quartered potatoes and bring to boil.
2
Crush and add tomatoes including liquid.
3
Add barley and bring soup to boil.
4
Reduce heat and simmer soup for about 15 to 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
5
Remove potatoes into a mixing bowl and mash.
6
Add butter or margarine and mix well; set aside.
7
Add cubed potatoes and elbow macaroni to cooking pot and cook for about 10 minutes.
8
Add mixed veggies, chicken pieces, soy sauce (optional), salt and pepper and simmer for about 10 minutes longer.
9
Remove about 4 cups of soup and process through a food processor or blender and return to soup pot.
10
Now add reserved mashed potatoes, mix well and bring just to boil.
11
Adjust seasonings to taste.
12
Remove from heat and let soup sit for a least 10 minutes before serving.
13
Refrigerate any unused portion of soup.

289

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (48 ounce) can beef broth, 4 cups water, 2 large potatoes, peeled and cut into quarters, 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, include liquid, and more.

Yes, Whatever is Available 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!

Whatever is Available Soup

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