Brisket Veggie Soup (By M. Moller)
A Savory, Slow-Simmered Soup Packed with Tender Brisket and Veggies
This Brisket Veggie Soup is a freezer-friendly, flavor-packed meal that warms the soul and fills your bowl. It’s the kind of soup you make once and eat for weeks, thanks to its hearty ingredients, tender beef, and rich broth base. Whether you’re a lifelong soup lover (like M. Moller) or someone looking to win over picky eaters, this recipe is slow-cooked satisfaction from the first bite to the last.
❤️ Why I Love This Recipe
This recipe is the perfect example of a humble, home-cooked meal that transforms into something extraordinary through time, care, and bold ingredients. Using affordable brisket pieces and a combination of fresh vegetables, the soup simmers until every spoonful delivers deep beefy flavor and just-tender veggies.
It’s exactly what you want on hand after a long day—especially when you’ve made enough to freeze and enjoy later.
It pairs beautifully with classics like Easy Turkey Wings, or serves as a hearty prelude to a nostalgic dessert like Big Family Banana Pudding.
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 to 1.5 lbs cubed brisket, preferably marbled
- Several cups water or beef broth
- 2–3 tsp minced garlic
- 1 large onion, diced (plus more for the veggie layer)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 small can tomato sauce
- 1 tbsp beef base or bouillon paste
Add Later:
- 2 carrots, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- ½ cup fresh green beans, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 cup cabbage, diced
- 1 large tomato, diced
- 1–2 potatoes, peeled and diced
- Extra pepper, to finish
🔄 Ingredient Notes & Swaps
- Brisket: Buy pre-cubed brisket if available; chuck roast also works in a pinch.
- Beef Base: Better Than Bouillon beef paste is a favorite, but bouillon cubes work too.
- Tomato Sauce: Adds depth to the broth without making it too tomato-heavy.
- Potatoes: Add them last to avoid mushiness—they should hold their shape.
👨🍳 How to Make Brisket Veggie Soup
1. Simmer the Brisket
In a large stockpot, combine brisket, water or beef broth, minced garlic, one diced onion, tomato sauce, beef base, and salt & pepper.
Bring to a simmer and cook gently for about 2 hours, or until brisket is very tender.
2. Add Fresh Veggies
Add carrots, celery, green beans, bell pepper, and another handful of diced onion.
Simmer until vegetables are partially tender, about 15–20 minutes.
3. Add Cabbage, Tomato & Potatoes
Add cabbage and simmer for a few minutes.
Then stir in diced tomato and potatoes.
Season with extra pepper and cook for another 10 minutes, or until potatoes are just fork-tender.
Tip: Remove from heat once potatoes are done so they don’t break down.
🔥 Pro Tips for Soup Success
- Don’t rush the brisket—slow simmering is key for melt-in-your-mouth meat.
- Layer the veggies based on cook time. Start with firm ones like carrots and finish with softies like potatoes.
- Make it in bulk and freeze in individual containers for grab-and-go meals.
- Add heat with crushed red pepper or a dash of hot sauce if you like it spicy.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Serve hot with cornbread or crusty bread
- Pair with Easy Turkey Wings for a Southern-style spread
- Follow with Cajun Chicken Sausage Gumbo for a comfort food medley
- Finish strong with Big Family Banana Pudding or Caramel Apple Pie Cookies
🧊 Storage & Freezing
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freeze individual servings in airtight containers or freezer bags for up to 3 months.
- Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of broth if needed.
🔗 More Recipes You’ll Love
- Easy Turkey Wings
- Cajun Chicken Sausage Gumbo
- Classic Spaghetti Recipe
- Big Family Banana Pudding
- Caramel Apple Pie Cookies
✨ Final Thoughts
Brisket Veggie Soup is hearty, freezer-friendly, and packed with flavor—perfect for a solo meal, a cozy family dinner, or stockpiling for later. It’s a flexible, nostalgic dish that lets quality ingredients shine and leaves you with bowlfuls of satisfaction.
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