This “Best Ever Easy Vegetable Beef Soup” lives up to its name, offering a rich, savory broth brimming with tender beef and a colorful array of vegetables. It’s a comforting and nutritious meal that’s perfect for a chilly day or any time you crave a wholesome, homemade soup.

Ingredients:

Beef stew  meat 1 1/2 lbs
 Olive oil, divided 2 1/2 Tbsp
 Salt To taste
Freshly ground  black pepper To taste
 Yellow onion, chopped 1 3/4 cups (1 large)
Carrots, peeled and chopped 1 1/4 cups (3 medium)
Celery, chopped 1 cup (3 medium)
Garlic, minced 1 1/2 Tbsp (4 cloves)
Low-sodium beef broth or  chicken broth 8 cups
Diced tomatoes 2 (14 oz.) cans
Dried basil 1 1/2 tsp
Dried oregano 1 tsp
Dried thyme 1/2 tsp
Red or yellow potatoes, chopped into 3/4-inch cubes 1 lb
Green beans, chopped (trim ends first) 1 1/2 cups (5 oz.)
Frozen corn 1 1/2 cups
Frozen peas 1 cup
Fresh parsley, chopped 1/3 cup