GARDEN VEGETABLE BEEF SOUP

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This soup is my go-to healthy lunch option. It's a great way to eat my vegetables, and it's so comforting during the cold winter months. -Dawn Donald, Herron, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings (3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 package (10 ounces) julienned carrots
2 celery ribs, chopped
1/4 cup tomato paste
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1-1/2 cups shredded cabbage
1 medium zucchini, coarsely chopped
1 medium red potato (about 5 ounces), finely chopped
1/2 cup fresh or frozen cut green beans
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium beef broth
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until beef is no longer pink, breaking up beef into crumbles; drain. Add carrots and celery; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until tender. Stir in tomato paste; cook 1 minute longer., Add tomatoes, cabbage, zucchini, potato, green beans, seasonings and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 35-45 minutes or until vegetables are tender. If desired, top each serving with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 621mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Faith Vidab
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the pearl barley, and they always ask for seconds.


Rana Shaban
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This soup is a great make-ahead meal. I like to make a big batch on the weekend, and then I have leftovers for lunch or dinner during the week.


Malik Subhan
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I made this soup in my slow cooker, and it turned out great. I just threw all the ingredients in the slow cooker in the morning, and it was ready for dinner when I got home.


Pirlo FF
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's hearty and flavorful, and it's packed with vegetables.


Muhammadidris6611 idris
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The soup was too thick for my liking. I added some extra water, and it was much better.


md.mosfiqur rahman sajib
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This soup was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra salt and pepper, and it was much better.


Aisha Alawadi
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I'm not a huge fan of beef, but I really enjoyed this soup. The broth was so flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly.


Eunice Osagiede
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some carrots, celery, and onions that were starting to go bad, so I threw them in the soup and it turned out great.


Mamacat999
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the soup turned out great. It was hearty and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly.


percy gammage
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This soup was delicious! I made it for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it.


Bright Adjei
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I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a winner. It's easy to make, and the ingredients are easy to find. I like to add a bit of extra garlic and paprika to give it a little more flavor.


Khan Khamar
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This garden vegetable beef soup was a hit with my family! The broth was rich and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I especially loved the addition of the pearl barley, which gave the soup a nice chewy texture.