Basic Beef Soup Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time10 MinCooking Time4 Hr 0 Min
Ready In4 Hr 10 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexHealthyServings6
MethodDish
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Beef shank1 1/2 Pound
 Water8 Cup (16 tbs)
 Carrot1 , chopped
 Onion1 , chopped
 Celery1/2 Cup (16 tbs), chopped
 Parsley2 Tablespoon, chopped
 Thyme1/4 Teaspoon
 Peppercorns4
 Bay Leaf1
 Garlic1 Clove (5gm), quartered

Directions

MAKING
1. In a slow cooker or crock pot combine beef, vegetables, aromatics (tied in a spice bag) and water. Stir to mix well
2. Close pot tightly with its lid.
3. Allow the beef and vegetables to cook on HIGH for about 4 hours, or cook on LOW for about 8 hours, if you are preparing the soup for supper.
4. Once meat is tender, using a slotted spoon remove beef shank to a platter.
5. Remove and discard spice bag.
6. When cool enough to handle, shred the meat off the bone.
7. Skim the fat from top off soup.
8. Add shredded meat pieces along seasonings.
9. Cover pot again and let heat on HIGH for 10 minutes

SERVING
10. Ladle the hot broth, meat, and vegetables into warmed soup bowls or dishes.
11. Serve the soup hot accompanied with crusty bread or noodles.
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