Beef and Red Wine Soup with Dumplings

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Beef and Red Wine Soup with Dumplings.

1. Step 1

   Start by grabbing a large pot and melting 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.

2. Step 2

   Once the butter is bubbling, toss in the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery.

3. Step 3

   Sauté these colorful veggies for about 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become tender and fragrant.

4. Step 4

   Next, pour in the rich condensed beef broth, a splash of red wine, zesty tomato juice, and your diced cooked beef.

5. Step 5

   Give everything a good stir to combine, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

6. Step 6

   Cover the pot and let it cook for 15 to 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the vegetables to soften beautifully.

7. Step 7

   Don’t forget to season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, enhancing that delicious aroma wafting through your kitchen.

8. Step 8

   While the soup is simmering, let’s whip up some fluffy dumplings.

9. Step 9

   In a separate bowl, mix together softened margarine, eggs, flour, and a pinch of salt until the batter is smooth and creamy.

10. Step 10

    Now, it’s time for the fun part! Drop small teaspoonfuls of the dumpling mixture into the bubbling soup.

11. Step 11

    Cover the pot again and let those dumplings cook for about 10 minutes, or until they puff up and are cooked through.

12. Step 12

    The anticipation will be worth it as you prepare to enjoy a warm, hearty bowl of soup filled with tender vegetables and delightful dumplings.