Hearty Irish Soup with Potatoes and Carrots
Traditional Irish Soup is a hearty, rustic dish made with tender beef, root vegetables, potatoes, and fresh herbs simmered in a savory broth. Perfect for a comforting family meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Yield: 4 to 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
1 pound beef stew meat
1 tablespoon oil
1 medium onion chopped
2 carrots sliced
2 celery stalks sliced
2 cloves garlic minced
2 medium potatoes diced
4 cups beef broth
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
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Brown beef in oil over medium-high heat. Remove and set aside.
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Sauté onion, carrots, and celery for 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook briefly.
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Return beef to pot and add potatoes, thyme, and bay leaf.
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Pour in broth to cover ingredients.
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Simmer gently 1 1/2 to 2 hours until beef is tender.
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Adjust seasoning, remove bay leaf, and garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
Mash a few potatoes for thicker texture.
Skim excess fat if desired.
Serve with crusty bread.