Artificial Flavors Free Apple & Sage Pot Roast Soup

Total time2 hr 30 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time2 hr 10 min

5.0

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Artificial Flavors Free Apple & Sage Pot Roast Soup

This hearty, warming soup is the kind of thing that makes your whole kitchen smell incredible — deeply savory beef, sweet apple, earthy parsnip, and a whisper of sage and cinnamon all simmering together into something that feels genuinely special. The beef chuck is seared until deeply browned before going into the pot, which builds a rich, layered base that no flavor packet or shortcut could replicate. Every single ingredient here is a whole, recognizable food — bone broth, fresh vegetables, real spices, coconut oil — so you never have to squint at a label wondering what "natural flavors" actually means. The Granny Smith apples dissolve gently into the broth as it simmers, adding a subtle brightness that balances the richness of the beef without tasting sweet or out of place. Ceylon cinnamon, fresh ginger, and turmeric bring warmth and depth without any of the mystery additives that sneak into pre-made spice blends or store-bought soups. A long, low simmer does all the heavy lifting, leaving the beef fork-tender and the broth silky and full-bodied. It's the kind of from-scratch comfort food that rewards patience and leaves absolutely nothing to question.

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Ingredients

6 servings

2 lb beef chuck roast, cut into 1 ½-inch cubes
1 ½ tsp fine sea salt, divided
2 tbsp coconut oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into ½-inch rounds
3 stalks celery, sliced ½-inch thick
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium granny smith apples, peeled, cored, and cut into ¾-inch chunks
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
½ tsp ground turmeric
¼ tsp ceylon cinnamon
6 cups bone broth
2 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into ¾-inch chunks
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into ¾-inch chunks
8 fresh sage leaves, thinly sliced, plus more for garnish
2 sprigs fresh thyme

For serving

1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

1
Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels and season all over with 1 tsp of the salt.
2
Heat the coconut oil in a Dutch oven or large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until shimmering. Working in two batches to avoid crowding, add the beef in a single layer and sear undisturbed for 3–4 minutes per side, until deeply browned on at least two sides. Transfer the seared beef to a plate and set aside.

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