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Slow-Cooked Beef Bone & Vegetable Soup

This hearty soup uses meaty beef soup bones to create a rich, flavorful broth packed with tender beef and vegetables.

Ingredients

  • 2-3 lbs meaty beef soup bones like shank or neck bones
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 large carrots sliced
  • 3 celery stalks chopped
  • 2 large potatoes diced
  • 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes (optional, for a richer broth)
  • 8 cups beef broth or water
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika optional
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 1 cup green beans chopped (or other veggies like cabbage or peas)
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste optional, for depth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce optional, for umami

Instructions

  • Brown the Bones for Flavor
  • Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  • Add the beef bones and sear on all sides until browned (about 3-5 minutes per side).
  • Remove bones and set aside.
  • Sauté the Aromatics
  • In the same pot, add onions, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until slightly softened.
  • Stir in tomato paste and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  • Simmer the Broth
  • Return the beef bones to the pot. Add beef broth, diced tomatoes, bay leaves, thyme, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 2.5 to 3 hours until the meat is tender and falling off the bones.
  • Add the Vegetables
  • Remove the bones from the pot. Shred the meat and return it to the soup.
  • Add potatoes and green beans (or other veggies). Simmer for another 20-30 minutes until tender.
  • Stir in Worcestershire sauce for extra flavor. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Serve & Enjoy
  • Remove bay leaves.
  • Serve hot with crusty bread or a sprinkle of fresh parsley on top.

Notes

Variations & Tips:
For a richer broth, roast the bones at 400°F for 30 minutes before simmering.
Add barley or pasta for a heartier meal.
Use a slow cooker by adding everything and cooking on LOW for 8 hours.