Big Brother Ted's Veggie Beef Stoup

Hearty, wholesome, and packed with flavor, Big Brother Ted's Veggie Beef Stoup is the ultimate comfort food hybrid—thicker than soup but lighter than stew. This satisfying recipe combines tender, slow-simmered stew beef with a vibrant mix of fresh, hearty vegetables like carrots, potatoes, zucchini, and green beans, all brought together in a rich, tomato-infused beef broth. Seasoned with fragrant thyme, paprika, and a hint of garlic, every spoonful is a savory delight. Ready in under two hours, this one-pot dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or meal prepping for the week. Serve it with crusty bread for soaking up every last drop of the flavorful broth, and garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness. Ideal for fans of hearty soups, beef recipes, and healthy comfort food, this stoup strikes the perfect balance of rich protein and nutrient-packed veggies.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1.5 pounds stew beef (cubed)
• 1 large yellow onion (diced)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 3 medium carrots (chopped)
• 3 stalks celery (chopped)
• 3 medium potatoes (peeled and diced)
• 1 medium zucchini (diced)
• 1 cup green beans (trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces)
• 1 15-ounce can canned diced tomatoes (with juices)
• 6 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the cubed stew beef to the pot and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the beef and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion and sauté for 3 minutes, until softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the chopped carrots, celery, and potatoes. Sauté for 5 minutes to slightly soften the vegetables.

Step 6

Return the browned beef to the pot and pour in the beef broth.

Step 7

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato paste, bay leaf, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer, covered, for 45 minutes.

Step 9

After 45 minutes, add the zucchini and green beans to the pot. Simmer uncovered for an additional 15–20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the beef is fork-tender.

Step 10

Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 11

Remove the bay leaf and ladle the stoup into bowls.

Step 12

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot with crusty bread or a side salad, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4057.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2900.5

Total Fat 170.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 476.3mg	0%
Sodium 10274.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 196.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.2g	0%
Total Sugars 49.3g
Protein 173.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 540.4mg	0%
Iron 30.7mg	0%
Potassium 7586.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.8%

Protein: 23.1%

Carbs: 26.1%