My Mom’s Old-Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup
Warm up your chilly days with My Mom’s Old-Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup, a heartwarming dish that combines rich flavors and wholesome ingredients. This comforting soup is not just a meal; it’s a nostalgic experience that brings back fond memories of family gatherings. Packed with tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and a savory broth, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or lazy Sundays. Plus, it’s simple to prepare and can easily be made ahead for meal prep—just freeze portions for quick and easy dinners later on. Enjoy every bowl of this cozy classic that’s sure to satisfy both young and old alike!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 hours
- Total Time: 10 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds pot roast
- 2 russet potatoes, chopped
- 4 large carrots, chopped
- Frozen seasoning blend (or chopped onions)
- Frozen peas
- Frozen green beans
- Frozen corn
- 32 oz beef broth
- 2 cans tomato soup
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Season the pot roast with salt and pepper. Place in a slow cooker with half a can of beef broth. Cook on LOW for about 10 hours until tender.
- In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped carrots and frozen seasoning blend until tender.
- Add shredded beef (and juices), potatoes, remaining frozen veggies, beef broth, tomato soup, water, salt, and pepper to the pot; stir well.
- Bring to a boil over high heat; then reduce to simmer covered for about an hour.
- Adjust consistency by adding water if necessary; taste and adjust seasoning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg