Danielle Sims
@dansims
Hearty Okra and Beef Soup
This Hearty Okra and Beef Soup is a comforting and nutritious dish packed with fresh vegetables, tender ground beef, and rich flavors. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this soup is sure to warm you up on chilly days.
Details
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:16
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Recipe Information
- Prep time35 min.
- Cook time1 min.
- Total time36 min.
- Servings8
Ingredients
- 4 cups
- 2 cups
- 2 cups
- 2 cups
- 1 cup
- 1 cup
- 1/2 cup
- 1 (6 ounce) can
- 4 cups
- 1 pound
- 1/2 tablespoon
- 1/2 tablespoon
- 1/2 tablespoon
- 1
- 2 cloves
- 3 tablespoons
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Hearty Okra and Beef Soup.
Step 1
To create a delicious and hearty vegetable and beef soup, start by grabbing a large soup pot.
Step 2
In it, combine your chopped tomatoes, lima beans, okra, red potatoes, corn, green beans, carrots, and a generous dollop of tomato paste.
Step 3
Pour in the chicken stock, and bring the mixture to a lively boil over medium heat.
Step 4
Once it’s bubbling away, lower the heat and let it simmer gently for about 15 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften and their flavors to mingle.
Step 5
While your veggies are cooking, take a moment to season the ground beef.
Step 6
Sprinkle in some garlic powder, celery salt, and onion powder, mixing it well, and set it aside for a bit.
Step 7
Now, heat some butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 8
When the butter has melted and is no longer bubbling, toss in the chopped onion and crushed garlic.
Step 9
Sauté them for about a minute until your kitchen is filled with a delightful aroma.
Step 10
Next, spread the seasoned ground beef evenly in the skillet.
Step 11
Let it cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring just occasionally.
Step 12
This will help you achieve that lovely brown sear and create medium-sized chunks of beef.
Step 13
Once it’s cooked to perfection, drain any excess fat from the skillet.
Step 14
Now, it’s time to bring everything together! Add the cooked beef, along with the onions and garlic, into the soup pot with the simmering vegetables.
Step 15
Stir it all together, then bring the mixture back to a boil.
Step 16
After that, reduce the heat to a gentle simmer, cover the pot, and let it cook for 1 to 2 hours.
Step 17
This slow cooking will ensure that the vegetables and beef become tender and that all those wonderful flavors meld beautifully.
Step 18
Enjoy the comforting aroma wafting through your home as you wait for your delicious soup to be ready!.