Beef Vegetable Soup

Ingredients:

  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2-3 stalks celery, diced
  • 2-3 fresh carrots, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups leftover beef pot roast, shredded or diced
  • 1 large can diced tomatoes (about 28 oz)
  • 4 cups vegetable stock
  • 1 packet Knorr’s Vegetable Recipe Mix
  • 1/2 head green cabbage, chopped
  • 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
  • 1 cup leftover brown rice

Instructions:

  1. Sauté Vegetables:
    • In a large pot, heat a bit of oil over medium heat.
    • Add the diced onion, celery, and carrots. Sauté until the vegetables are tender and the onions are translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
    • Stir in minced garlic, onion powder, garlic salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Add Beef and Liquids:
    • Add the leftover beef pot roast to the pot.
    • Pour in the diced tomatoes and vegetable stock. Stir to combine.
    • Add the Knorr’s Vegetable Recipe Mix and stir well.
  3. Simmer Soup:
    • Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
    • Add the chopped cabbage. Simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and the flavors have melded together.
  4. Add Frozen Vegetables and Rice:
    • Stir in the frozen mixed vegetables and leftover brown rice.
    • Continue to simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes until the vegetables are heated through and the rice is warmed.
  5. Taste and Adjust:
    • Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as needed. You can add more salt, pepper, or even a splash of vinegar or lemon juice for extra flavor if desired.
  6. Serve:
    • Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy!

Feel free to tweak the ingredients based on what you have or your personal taste preferences. Happy cooking!

Here’s a rough estimate of the nutritional information for a serving of your beef vegetable soup, assuming the recipe makes about 6 servings:

Estimated Nutritional Information (per serving):

  • Calories: 250-300 kcal
  • Protein: 15-20 g
  • Fat: 8-12 g
    • Saturated Fat: 2-4 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30-35 g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6-8 g
    • Sugars: 8-12 g
  • Sodium: 800-1000 mg

Note:

  • The exact nutritional values can vary depending on the specific ingredients and quantities used.
  • To get more precise information, consider using a nutritional calculator or app where you can input exact ingredient amounts and brands.

If you need to adjust the nutrition content, you can modify ingredients or portion sizes. For example, using low-sodium vegetable stock or reducing the amount of added salt can help lower the sodium content.