Hearty Vegetable Beef Soup (Comfort Food at Its Best)

Nothing beats a warm bowl of Hearty Vegetable Beef Soup on a chilly day. Loaded with tender beef, colorful vegetables, and a rich, savory broth, this classic soup is wholesome, filling, and full of comforting flavor. It’s the kind of meal that feeds the whole family and tastes even better the next day.

Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or when you just want something nourishing and satisfying, this soup is a timeless favorite.

Why You’ll Love This Soup

Packed with vegetables and protein
Rich, savory broth with deep flavor
Easy to make in one pot
Freezer-friendly and great for leftovers

Ingredients

1 lb beef stew meat, cut into bite-size pieces
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, chopped
2 medium potatoes, diced
1 cup green beans, chopped
1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
6 cups beef broth
1 tsp salt (or to taste)
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp dried thyme
1 bay leaf

Instructions

Brown the Beef
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add beef and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
Sauté Aromatics
In the same pot, add onion and cook until soft. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Build the Soup
Return beef to the pot. Add carrots, celery, potatoes, green beans, corn, diced tomatoes, beef broth, salt, pepper, thyme, and bay leaf.
Simmer
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45–60 minutes, until beef is tender and vegetables are cooked through.
Serve
Remove bay leaf and serve hot with crusty bread.