Easy Beef Soup

Warm up with a hearty bowl of Easy Beef Soup, a comforting one-pot recipe that's perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Made with tender chunks of beef stew meat, vibrant veggies like carrots, celery, and potatoes, and simmering in a rich, flavorful broth seasoned with thyme and bay leaf, this soup is a classic in every sense. Ready in under an hour, it combines the convenience of quick prep with the depth of slow-cooked flavor. Whether you're feeding a family of six or meal prepping for the week, this low-sodium beef soup is nourishing, satisfying, and easy to customize. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and serve with crusty bread for the ultimate comfort food experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Beef stew meat
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large Yellow onion
• 3 Garlic cloves
• 3 medium Carrots
• 2 Celery stalks
• 2 medium Russet potatoes
• 15 ounces Diced tomatoes (canned)
• 6 cups Beef broth (low-sodium)
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the beef stew meat and sear on all sides until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove the beef and set it aside.

Step 3

Chop the onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and potatoes into bite-sized pieces.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the carrots and celery, and cook for another 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Return the beef to the pot, and add the diced potatoes, canned diced tomatoes, and beef broth.

Step 7

Stir in the bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the beef is fully cooked.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf and check for seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3139.5 grams (3139.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2075

Total Fat 100.70g	129%
Saturated Fat 33.00g	165%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.90g
Cholesterol 408mg	136%
Sodium 4558mg	198%
Total Carbohydrate 143.10g	52%
Dietary Fiber 21.50g	77%
Total Sugars 37.90g
Protein 146.00g	292%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 434mg	33%
Iron 21mg	116%
Potassium 6220mg	132%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.9%

Protein: 28.3%

Carbs: 27.8%