Here’s a comforting and hearty Beef Stew Soup recipe that I can’t get enough of! It’s the perfect cozy meal, and I’m excited to share it with you. Don’t be embarrassed—this soup is too delicious to keep to myself. 😄 Ingredients:Beef stew meat (about 1–1.5 lbs, cut into chunks)Carrots (2-3, sliced)Potatoes (3-4, peeled and diced)Onions (1 large, chopped)Mushrooms (optional, a handful, sliced)Beef broth (4 cups)Garlic (2 cloves, minced)Thyme and bay leaves (for seasoning)Salt and pepper (to taste)Olive oil (for searing)Instructions:Brown the beef: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat some olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef stew meat on all sides, then remove it from the pot and set it aside.Sauté the vegetables: In the same pot, add the chopped onions, garlic, carrots, and mushrooms. Sauté for a few minutes until the onions are softened.Add broth and seasonings: Return the beef to the pot and pour in the beef broth. Add thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper to taste.Simmer the soup: Add the diced potatoes, stir everything together, and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 1.5-2 hours, or until the beef is tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
Serve: Once the soup is ready, remove the bay leaves and serve hot with crusty bread on the side.
Enjoy the hearty goodness of this comforting soup!