My Mom’s Old Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup Recipe

Hi, I’m Sam from dishfoody.com, where timeless family recipes warm the soul. My Mom’s Old Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup simmers tender beef chunks with hearty potatoes, carrots, celery, and tomatoes in rich homemade broth for comforting nostalgia.

Perfect for chilly days, Sunday dinners, or freezer stocking.

Slow-simmered flavor ready in about 2 hours.

Why This Recipe Works

• Beef chuck tenderizes perfectly during long simmer.
• Fresh vegetables release natural sweetness.
• Tomato juice creates rich, balanced broth.
• Simple seasonings let beef and veggies shine.
• Freezes beautifully for meal prep.

Ingredients & Prep

• 1½-2 lbs beef chuck roast or stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 3 celery stalks, sliced
• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes or 4 cups tomato juice
• 8 cups beef broth or water
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (corn, peas, green beans)
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Heat oil in large Dutch oven over medium-high. Season beef with salt and pepper; brown in batches 4-5 minutes. Remove to plate.
2. Add onion, carrots, and celery to pot; cook 5 minutes until softened.
3. Return beef to pot. Add potatoes, tomatoes, broth, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper.
4. Bring to boil, then reduce to simmer. Cover and cook 1½-2 hours until beef is fork-tender.
5. Add frozen vegetables; simmer uncovered 15-20 minutes. Remove bay leaves.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with parsley. Serve hot.

Flavor Variations

Storage Tips

Refrigerate up to 5 days or freeze 3 months. Thins slightly when reheating; add broth if needed.

FAQs

Beef tough? Use chuck roast and simmer minimum 1½ hours.
Too watery? Simmer uncovered longer or add instant mashed potato flakes.
Instant Pot? High pressure 35 minutes, natural release 15 minutes.

Conclusion

My Mom’s Old Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup captures pure homemade comfort with tender beef and garden-fresh flavor. Nourishing, timeless, and endlessly satisfying. Find more family classics at dishfoody.com.

My Mom’s Old Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup Recipe

Print Recipe

A hearty, comforting old-fashioned vegetable beef soup just like mom used to make full of tender beef, rustic vegetables, and rich broth. Perfect for chilly days, meal prep, or a nourishing family dinner.

• Author: ssam
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
• Yield: 6 servings 1x
• Category: Soup
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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• 1 lb beef stew meat, cut into small chunks
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 2 potatoes, diced
• 1 cup green beans, chopped (fresh or frozen)
• 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• 1 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 6 cups beef broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• Optional: 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

• 1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add beef and brown on all sides.
• 2. Add onion and garlic; sauté until softened.
• 3. Pour in beef broth and add diced tomatoes, bay leaf, thyme, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper.
• 4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes, or until beef begins to soften.
• 5. Add carrots, celery, potatoes, and green beans. Simmer 20–25 minutes more, until vegetables are tender.
• 6. Stir in corn and peas; simmer another 5 minutes.
• 7. Taste and adjust seasoning. Add Worcestershire if desired for extra depth.
• 8. Remove bay leaf and serve warm.

Notes

• Add cabbage, barley, or pasta for extra heartiness.
• Use ground beef instead of stew meat for a quicker version.
• Soup freezes beautifully store up to 3 months.
• For richer flavor, simmer 1–2 hours total.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 bowl
• Calories: 290
• Sugar: 6g
• Sodium: 620mg
• Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 24g
• Fiber: 4g
• Protein: 22g
• Cholesterol: 45mg

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