Nothing beats a warm bowl of Southern Style Beef & Veggie Soup—rich, hearty, and packed with tender beef, wholesome vegetables, and deep, savory flavor. This classic comfort dish is perfect for chilly days, family dinners, or meal prep.
Made with simple ingredients and slow-simmered goodness, it’s the kind of recipe that tastes even better the next day!
🔥 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Hearty and filling 🍽️
- Loaded with vegetables 🥕
- Perfect for meal prep
- Budget-friendly
- Classic Southern comfort food
🛒 Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 500g (1 lb) beef stew meat (cut into chunks)
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
Vegetables:
- 2 carrots (sliced)
- 2 potatoes (cubed)
- 1 cup green beans
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
Broth & Seasoning:
- 4–5 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
🍲 How to Make Southern Style Beef & Veggie Soup
Step 1: Brown the Beef
- Heat oil in a large pot
- Add beef and sear until browned on all sides
👉 This builds deep flavor
Step 2: Sauté Aromatics
- Add onion and garlic
- Cook until soft and fragrant
Step 3: Add Vegetables
- Stir in carrots, potatoes, green beans, and corn
Step 4: Add Broth & Seasoning
- Pour in beef broth
- Add tomatoes, salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, and bay leaf
Step 5: Simmer
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat
- Simmer for 45–60 minutes
👉 Beef should be tender and flavors well combined
Step 6: Adjust & Serve
- Taste and adjust seasoning
- Remove bay leaf
- Serve hot
🍽️ What to Serve with Beef & Veggie Soup
Pair it with:
- Cornbread 🫓
- Crusty bread 🥖
- Side salad 🥗
🔑 Pro Tips for Best Flavor
- Brown the beef well for richer taste
- Simmer slowly for tender meat
- Cut veggies evenly for uniform cooking
- Let soup rest before serving for deeper flavor
🌟 Variations
🌶️ Spicy Southern Soup
Add chili flakes or hot sauce.
🥫 Tomato-Rich Version
Add tomato paste for deeper flavor.
🍚 Add Grains
Add rice or barley for extra texture.
🐔 Lighter Option
Replace beef with chicken.
❓ FAQs
Can I make this in a slow cooker?
Yes! Cook on LOW for 6–8 hours.
Can I freeze this soup?
Absolutely. Freeze for up to 3 months.
What cut of beef works best?
Stew meat, chuck roast, or any slow-cooking cut.