4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 cups water
3 large carrots, sliced
1 large onion, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
4 cups fresh or frozen cut green beans
4 cups tomato juice
½ pound ground beef, cooked and drained
4 cups fresh or frozen corn
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder
2 bay leaves
How To Make Best Ever Easy Vegetable Beef Soup
Prepare the Vegetables: Start by peeling and cubing the potatoes. Slice the carrots and chop the onion. Preparing your ingredients ahead of time will make the cooking process smoother and faster.
Cook the Base: In a large saucepan, combine the cubed potatoes, water, sliced carrots, chopped onion, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. The water will help soften the vegetables and create a flavorful base for the soup.
Simmer: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 25 minutes. This step allows the flavors to meld and the vegetables to become tender.
Add the Rest of the Ingredients: After the initial simmering time, it’s time to add the remaining ingredients. Stir in the green beans, tomato juice, cooked ground beef, corn, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and bay leaves. Each ingredient contributes to the soup’s overall flavor and nutritional value.

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