Tavern Soup

Warm, hearty, and brimming with rustic charm, Tavern Soup is a cozy bowl of comfort that brings old-world flavors to your table. This soul-soothing recipe combines tender ground beef or pork, a medley of aromatic vegetables, and creamy russet potatoes, all simmered in a rich beef stock infused with fresh thyme and a touch of cream. Thickened with a dusting of flour, this satisfying soup is packed with wholesome ingredients and plenty of savory depth. Perfect for chilly evenings, it's ready in just about an hour and tastes even better when served with crusty bread for dipping. Whether you're seeking a filling family dinner or a nostalgic taste of tavern-style classics, this one-pot wonder delivers timeless satisfaction.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 1 large russet potato, peeled and diced
• 1 pound ground beef or ground pork
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 6 cups beef stock
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat until melted and shimmering.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the carrots, celery, and potato to the pot. Stir and cook for 5 minutes to soften the vegetables slightly.

Step 4

Push the vegetables to one side of the pot and add the ground beef or pork. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Sprinkle the flour over the meat and vegetables, stirring well to coat everything. Cook for 2 minutes to remove the raw taste of the flour.

Step 6

Slowly pour in the beef stock, stirring constantly to combine and avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 7

Add the bay leaf, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf and thyme sprigs. Stir in the heavy cream and simmer for another 5 minutes to meld the flavors.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper as needed.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired. Serve hot with crusty bread for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2792 grams (2792.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2548

Total Fat 187.10g	240%
Saturated Fat 80.40g	402%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.80g
Cholesterol 545mg	182%
Sodium 8288mg	360%
Total Carbohydrate 105.30g	38%
Dietary Fiber 13.90g	50%
Total Sugars 17.10g
Protein 106.30g	213%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 368mg	28%
Iron 18mg	102%
Potassium 4249mg	90%

*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: 66.5%

Protein: 16.8%

Carbs: 16.6%