Pork Free Beef and Root Vegetable Soup

Total time2 hr

Prep time20 min

Cook time1 hr 40 min

4.8

(25)

This is the kind of deeply satisfying, stick-to-your-ribs soup that earns a permanent spot in your cold-weather rotation. Beef chuck gets seared in coconut oil until it develops a serious crust, then slow-simmers in bone broth until it's fall-apart tender — that patience pays off in every spoonful. Carrots, parsnips, and turnips bring natural sweetness and body, while fresh ginger, turmeric, and a blend of dried herbs layer in warmth without any heaviness. A splash of apple cider vinegar brightens the whole pot right before it simmers, and a handful of kale stirred in at the end adds color and a little earthiness. Every ingredient here is straightforwardly meat and produce, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden additives sneaking in. Finish each bowl with a scatter of fresh parsley and you've got a meal that looks and tastes like it took serious effort — even though the pot does most of the work.

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Ingredients

6 servings

1 ½ lb beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tbsp coconut oil
1 tsp salt, divided
1 medium yellow onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into ½-inch rounds
2 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into ½-inch pieces
2 medium turnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
2 stalks celery, sliced ½-inch thick
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
½ tsp ground turmeric
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried oregano
2 bay leaves
6 cups bone broth
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 cups kale, stems removed and leaves roughly chopped

For serving

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

1
Pat the beef cubes dry and season with 1/2 tsp of the salt. Heat the coconut oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the beef in a single layer without crowding — work in two batches if needed — 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.
2
Reduce the heat to medium. Add the onion and celery to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and ginger and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute — watch closely so the garlic does not brown.

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