Description
A rich and hearty Braised Beef Soup simmered with tender vegetables, paired with golden cheese bread for the ultimate comfort meal. Perfect for chilly nights or cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into chunks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 large carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 6 cups beef broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 slices crusty bread
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese (Gruyère, cheddar, or mozzarella)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season beef with salt and pepper, then sear until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened. Stir in garlic and tomato paste. Cook 1–2 minutes.
- Return beef to the pot. Pour in broth, add bay leaves and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer covered for 2.5 to 3 hours.
- Skim fat if needed and remove bay leaves and thyme sprigs before serving.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toast bread slices lightly, then top with shredded cheese. Bake until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve soup hot with cheesy bread on the side or resting on the bowl.
Notes
- Sear beef in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot.
- Skim fat for a lighter broth before serving.
- Use a mix of cheeses for more flavor depth.
- Freeze leftover soup in portions for easy meals later.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl with bread
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg