Broccoli Beef Soup is a warm and filling winter classic, that is rich in protein from the beef chunks and homemade stock. Make use of Broccoli and onions during the winter, as they are seasonal, inexpensive, and give a burst of green in an otherwise white winter wonderland.
This soup is mostly made in the slow cooker, with the meat added at the end to preserve texture and flavor. Pack in a thermos for the next day’s lunch.
Ingredients
- 1-2 quarts chicken or beef broth buy nourishing broth here
- Filtered water
- 1-2 pounds beef any cut (tritip) (buy grassfed beef here)
- 2 tablespoons sea salt divided
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 onions chopped
- 2 pounds broccoli florets fresh or frozen
- Optional: 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
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In a crockpot, combine broth, filtered water to fill the crock pot ¾ full, 1 tablespoon sea salt, garlic, and broccoli. Cover, and allow to cook on low all day.
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An hour before you are ready to eat, cut beef into ½ inch cubes, season with a pinch of salt and brown in a skillet over medium high heat until browned on the outside and partially cooked.
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Using an immersion blender, puree the soup in the slow cooker, leaving some chunks of broccoli and onion if desired.
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Add beef to pureed soup and allow to cook until dinner time.
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Taste and adjust salt as necessary.
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Ladle into bowls and top with optional cheese to serve.
Recipe Notes
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Nutrition Facts
Hearty Beef Broccoli Soup with Homemade Broth (Paleo, GAPS, Gluten Free)
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 403
Calories from Fat 216
% Daily Value*
Fat 24g37%
Saturated Fat 8g40%
Cholesterol 80mg27%
Sodium 4507mg188%
Potassium 1304mg37%
Carbohydrates 20g7%
Fiber 6g24%
Sugar 6g7%
Protein 33g66%
Vitamin A 1415IU28%
Vitamin C 223.9mg271%
Calcium 159mg16%
Iron 4.5mg25%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
I Don’t Let My Kids Eat Snacks and We Are Healthier Because Of It
Thanks for this recipe! It’s SIMPLE for me and my family loves it. We add a cup of cheese melted in and top with veggie stuffed meatballs. Win win!
Simple is the name of the game, isn’t it? :) So glad you like it Erin!
When do you add the onions? The recipe doesn’t say.