Apple Carrot Beef Rib Soup
This Apple Carrot Beef Rib Soup is a hearty and nutritious dish that combines tender beef ribs, sweet apples, and vibrant carrots. The flavorful broth makes it a perfect comfort food for chilly days.
Equipment
- 1 large pot or Dutch oven
- 1 cutting board
- 1 ladle
- 1 set measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef ribs
- 3 medium carrots, chopped About 2 cups.
- 2 medium apples, peeled and diced About 2 cups.
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 cups water
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Season the beef ribs with salt, pepper, and thyme. Add the beef ribs to the pot and brown them on all sides, about 10 minutes.
- Pour in the beef broth and water, and add the bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
- Cover and let simmer for about 1 hour.
- After an hour, add the chopped carrots and diced apples to the pot. Stir gently to combine.
- Continue to simmer, covered, for another 1 hour until the beef is tender and the flavors meld together.
- Discard the bay leaf before serving. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Notes
For a richer flavor, you can roast the beef ribs before adding them to the pot.
This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be frozen for longer storage.
Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.