HEARTY BEEF SOUP

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This quick-to-fix soup, sent in by Marcia Severson from Hallock, Minnesota, feeds 25 hungry tummies. The tender sirloin pieces and diced veggies offer satisfying appeal. Marcia Severson, Hallock, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 1h40m

Yield 32 servings (8 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

4 pounds beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
4 cups chopped onions
1/4 cup butter
4 quarts hot water
4 cups sliced carrots
4 cups cubed peeled potatoes
2 cups chopped cabbage
1 cup chopped celery
1 large green pepper, chopped
8 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
1 tablespoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon pepper
4 bay leaves
6 cups tomato juice

Steps:

In two Dutch ovens, brown beef and onions in butter in batches; drain. Add the water, vegetables and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. , Add tomato juice; cover and simmer 10 minutes longer or until the beef and vegetables are tender. Discard bay leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 428mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges