Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Wash all fresh vegetables thoroughly under cold running water. Peel the potatoes, cutting them into evenly sized cubes.
- Place a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and let it heat for about 1 minute.
- Add lean ground beef, breaking it into small pieces. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes until fully browned, draining excess grease.
- Add diced onion and chopped celery to the beef in the pot. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, then add minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds.
- Stir in tomato paste for about 1 minute, then pour in beef broth, and add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Sprinkle in Italian seasoning, dried parsley, paprika, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf, stirring to combine.
- Add cubed potatoes, sliced carrots, and cut green beans, then bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes.
- Stir occasionally and add frozen corn and peas. Simmer for another 5 to 10 minutes until all vegetables are tender.
- Remove the bay leaf and taste the broth. Let the soup rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
Use fresh vegetables cut into uniform sizes for even cooking and texture. Allow flavors to meld before serving.
