Easy Soups and Stews Recipe

Easy Soups and Stews Recipe

Linda Decann

This classic soup or stew recipe is perfect for a cold night. The bay leaves give it a unique and complex flavor, while the protein and vegetables make it satisfying and nourishing. You can use any protein of your choice, and it's also a great way to use up any vegetables you have in your fridge. Give it a try and let us know what you think!

Soups and Stews Recipe

Linda Decann

Servings

1.5 Cup

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

45 minutes

Calories

340

This classic soup or stew recipe is the perfect comfort food for a cold night. Made with a rich broth, tender chunks of protein, and an assortment of hearty vegetables, it's both satisfying and nourishing.The addition of bay leaves gives the soup a unique and complex flavor, while the thyme adds a touch of earthiness.

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 8 cups of chicken or beef broth
  • 1 lb of beef or chicken cut in cubes or any protein of your choice
  • 2 cups of diced potatoes
  • 2 cups of diced tomatoes
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Directions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

  2. Add the bay leaves, thyme, and broth, bring to a boil.

  3. Add the diced protein, potatoes, and tomatoes, bring to a simmer and cook for about 25-30 minutes or until the vegetables and the protein are cooked through.

  4. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

  5. Remove the bay leaves and discard them.

  6. Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley and with some bread on the side if you want.