Old Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup Recipe

When I first made this Old Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup Recipe, the smell that filled my kitchen brought back memories of cozy family dinners, when time seemed to stand still, and rain tapped softly on the window. Everyone sat around the table with steaming bowls in hand. Every bite tastes like home: tender beef melts in your mouth, colorful garden vegetables, and broth simmered to perfection. This meal wraps you up from the inside out, like the comforting Instant Pot Beef Stew Recipe, but slower, deeper, and with more soul.

This old-fashioned soup will never go out of style because it’s simple. All you need are good ingredients, time, and a pot that can do its magic. You brown the chuck roast or stew meat until it turns golden, which brings out its flavor in a savory base of onions, carrots, celery, and potatoes. Then comes the slow simmer, which turns simple ingredients into something special. The broth gets thicker, the vegetables get softer, and the house smells like love. This recipe will remind you of old friends if you like slow-cooked comfort foods like the Pot Roast with Mashed Potatoes or the Beef Steak with Mashed Potatoes.

Don’t be fooled by the word “old-fashioned.” This soup works just as well in modern life. You can make it ahead of time to make meal prep easier, freeze leftovers for a busy weeknight, or even throw everything into a slow cooker and let it cook while you go about your day. For the best comfort food, serve it with a slice of warm bread or the Fluffy 3 Ingredient Biscuit Recipe. Believe me, you’ll know why this vegetable beef soup has been passed down from one generation to the next after you try it. It’s more than just soup; it’s a memory in a bowl.

Hearty, wholesome, and packed with slow-simmered flavor, this Old Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup Recipe tastes like home in a bowl. 🍲

Tender beef, colorful veggies, and a rich, savory broth combine perfectly in every spoonful.

It’s warm, comforting, and ideal for chilly evenings or cozy family dinners.

Make it once, and you’ll find yourself craving that slow-cooked goodness repeatedly.

This classic beef and vegetable soup will steal a permanent spot in your recipe rotation!

Old Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup Recipe

This Old Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup Recipe is the definition of comfort food a hearty, slow-simmered classic filled with tender beef, wholesome vegetables, and rich homemade broth. It’s the kind of soup that warms the heart, fills the home with nostalgia, and tastes even better the next day. Perfect for cozy dinners or make-ahead meal prep!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 2 hours hrs

Resting Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 2 hours hrs 20 minutes mins

Course Main Course, Soup

Cuisine American, Classic

Servings 6

Calories 315 kcal

Equipment

• 1 Large soup pot or Dutch oven for browning beef and simmering soup
• 1 Wooden spoon for stirring ingredients
• 1 Sharp knife and cutting board to chop vegetables
• 1 Ladle For serving
• 1 Storage containers for leftovers or freezing

Ingredients

  

• 1 ½ lbs beef stew meat chuck roast cut into small cubes
• 2 tbsp olive oil for browning
• 1 large onion chopped
• 2 garlic cloves minced
• 3 carrots sliced
• 2 celery stalks diced
• 2 potatoes peeled and diced
• 1 cup green beans fresh or frozen
• 1 cup corn kernels optional
• 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes undrained
• 6 cups beef broth low sodium preferred
• 2 tbsp tomato paste for richness
• 1 tsp salt or to taste
• ½ tsp black pepper freshly ground
• 1 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
• 1 bay leaf remove before serving
• 2 tbsp parsley chopped for garnish

Instructions

 

• Brown the beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add beef cubes in batches and sear until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
• Sauté aromatics: In the same pot, add chopped onions, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
• Build the base: Stir in tomato paste and cook for another minute to deepen the flavor. Add diced tomatoes, beef broth, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
• Simmer slowly: Return the browned beef to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for about 1 ½ to 2 hours, stirring occasionally until the beef is tender.
• Add vegetables: Add potatoes, green beans, and corn. Simmer another 20–25 minutes, until all vegetables are cooked and the soup thickens slightly.
• Taste and finish: Adjust seasoning if needed. Remove bay leaf, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve hot.

Notes

• For richer flavor, brown the beef in batches it’s worth the extra step!
• Use seasonal vegetables for freshness; peas, zucchini, or cabbage work beautifully.
• If you prefer a thicker soup, simmer uncovered for the last 15 minutes.
• Freeze leftovers for up to 2 months in airtight containers.
• Serve with Mashed Potatoes Recipe or crusty bread for a filling meal.

 

Keyword hearty soup recipe, homemade beef soup, old fashioned vegetable beef soup recipe, slow cooked beef vegetable soup

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