Old Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup Recipe

Warm up chilly days with a steaming bowl of Old Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup, a comforting classic packed with bold taste. This recipe is as convenient as it is delicious, a perfect option for busy families.

Made with love for cold, dreary days, this vegetable soup with beef offers a perfect balance of wholesome nutrition and cozy flavors. Key ingredients like stew meat, celery, onion, tomatoes, and mixed vegetables deliver a hearty dose of nutrients in every spoonful.

It's so simple to prepare a big batch and enjoy throughout the week, or freeze individual portions for quick meals later.

If you love hearty soup recipes, be sure to try Easy Lasagna Soup, Easy Taco Soup, Chicken Gnocchi Soup, and Cheeseburger Soup with Potatoes.

Ingredients

• Meat: It all begins with beef! For this recipe for vegetable soup with beef, you will need stew meat, which comes out so tender and juicy when cooked slowly. You can also use chuck roast, brisket or round cuts and dice it up.
• Vegetables: A mix of celery, onion, and potatoes creates a flavorful base, while diced tomatoes and a frozen mix of corn, green beans, peas, and carrots add color and texture.
• Beef Broth: Adds depth to the stew meat and ties all the flavors of the soup together. No beef broth? Swap in chicken or vegetable broth, though the flavor will be a bit lighter.
• Worcestershire Sauce: Gives a savory, umami-rich kick that helps to balance the sweetness of the tomatoes. Soy sauce or coconut aminos are great options in a pinch!
• Tomato Soup: This simple pantry staple gives the broth a bit of sweetness. Swap it for tomato sauce for a more tomato forward flavor.
• Tomato Paste: This addition is key to thickening the soup and complimenting the other ingredients with richness and earthy sweetness. 
• Herbs, Oils & Seasoning: Olive oil kicks things off by helping the onion and celery soften and release their natural juices. Sprinkle in Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, garlic, and bay leaves to infuse the soup with warm aromatics.

See the recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts, nutritional information, and detailed instructions.

Variations

• Protein Swap: For a leaner option, shredded turkey or chicken work great, and lentils or beans are a solid vegetarian pick. Just match your broth to your protein choice for the best results.
• Budget-Friendly: Use ground beef for a more affordable option that still delivers a similar rich, beefy flavor. 
• Grains & Legumes: Adding some cooked lentils, barley, beans, or quinoa not only adds a new texture to this beef vegetable soup, they introduce more fiber and protein content.

How to Make Old Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup

Grab your large pot and let this vegetable soup with beef simmer away in your kitchen! 

Step 1: Sear the Meat. Season the stew meat and then sear it in a pot with a tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat for 4 minutes on each side. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.

Step 2: Build the Base. Add another tablespoon of olive oil, along with the celery and onions, and cook for 5 minutes or until tender and translucent.

Step 3: Make the Soup. Add back the cooked beef, along with the potatoes, tomato soup, beef broth, diced tomatoes, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, pepper, salt and bay leaves. 

Step 4: Simmer Away. Bring all the ingredients to a boil, then move the burner to low heat, cover and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5: Add the Frozen Veggies. Pour in the frozen veggies, cover and simmer the soup for another 20 minutes.

Step 6: Stir and Serve. Stir the soup in the pot before ladling into individual bowls and enjoy!

Serving Suggestions

Here's how we get cozy with a bowl of this hearty soup!

• Try some added flavors! Top with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro for a pop of color and aroma. or you can make it cheesy with some mild cheddar, Monterey Jack, mozzarella, or Gruyère on top.
• Add a crunch with croutons, oyster crackers, or toasted nuts and seeds. For extra 'umph', try a splash of hot sauce, Worcestershire, or fresh lemon juice.
• Pair with fresh baked Homemade Dinner Rolls, Dutch Oven Bread, Brioche Bread Rolls, or Sheet Pan Breadsticks for a fun way to dip up each drop of soup!
• Make a soup and salad combo meal with Cucumbers and Tomatoes or Strawberry Spinach Salad.
• Round out the meal with a quick and fun dessert such as Hot Cocoa Cookies or Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cups.

Storage Tips

• Store Leftovers: Once cooled, store the soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months-just be sure to leave room at the top for expansion.
• Reheat: When ready to eat, thaw overnight in the fridge. Warm the soup on the stovetop over medium heat or microwave in 1-2 minute intervals, stirring in between.

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