Mushrooms and Beef Chuck Soup

Here’s a recipe for a tasty and hearty Mushroom and Beef Chuck Soup:

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into small chunks
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 cups water
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
• 2 large carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 large potato, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat some oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef chunks on all sides, then remove from the pot and set aside.
2. In the same pot, sauté the onions and garlic until soft and translucent. Add the tomato paste and mushrooms, and cook for another minute.
3. Add the beef broth, water, bay leaves, thyme, and rosemary to the pot. Stir well to combine.
4. Return the beef to the pot and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover and let simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
5. Add the chopped carrots, celery, and potato to the pot. Cover and let simmer for another 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
6. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.

Enjoy your delicious and flavorful mushroom and beef chuck soup!