Ingredients

1 boneless beef chuck roast
2 large onions ( peeled and quartered )
4 stalks celery ( cut into 1 inch chunks )
4 large carrots ( cut into 2 inch chunks )
1 head cauliflower ( broken into florets )
3 medium red potatoes ( peeled and cubed 1.5 inch )
1.5 cans whole tomatoes ( pureed in food chopper )
2 garlic cloves ( peeled )
8 chicken bouillon cubes
10 sprigs fresh thyme
2 bay leaves
fresh ground black pepper
salt
water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil ( enough to brown meat )
egg noodles ( I prefer Kluski brand )
Savory homestyle beef vegetable soup is a classic comforting soup that can be enjoyed on chilly evenings or when you are feeling under the weather. The combination of vegetables, tender beef, and aromatic herbs make for a wholesome and nourishing bowl of soup. This recipe is easy to customize and can be adjusted to include your favorite vegetables. The soup is best served with crusty bread and a sprinkle of fresh herbs on top.

Instructions

1.In a large soup pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
2.Add beef chuck roast and brown on all sides for about 6-8 minutes.
3.Remove browned beef and set aside.
4.Add onions and garlic and sauté for 3-4 minutes, scraping the browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
5.Add celery, carrots, potatoes, cauliflower, pureed tomatoes, bay leaves, thyme, and chicken bouillon cubes to the pot.
6.Pour enough water to submerge all the vegetables.
7.Add salt and black pepper to taste.
8.Bring soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 2-3 hours or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
9.Cook egg noodles according to package instructions and serve in soup bowls with savory homestyle beef vegetable soup on top.

PROS

Savory homestyle beef vegetable soup is hearty and comforting, perfect for a cozy evening in.

Loaded with protein and nutrients from the beef and vegetables, this soup is a wholesome meal in a bowl.

The high amount of vegetables in this soup make it low in calories and fat.

CONS

The long cooking time of this soup can be a bit of a hassle.

Beef chuck roast can be a bit tough if not simmered long enough.

This soup contains a lot of sodium from the chicken bouillon cubes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Savory homestyle beef vegetable soup is rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals from the beef, vegetables, and herbs.
The high fiber content from the vegetables makes it beneficial for digestion and gut health.
The cauliflower in this soup has cancer-fighting properties and the thyme has anti-inflammatory properties.

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