Microwave Beef And Vegetable Soup For 2 Recipes

MICROWAVE FRESH TOMATO SOUP FOR 2

Steps:

• In 2-quart casserole combine juice, tomatoes, onion, celery, butter, sugar andd pepper.
• In small bowl mix flour and 1/4 cup hot water until smooth.
• Stir remaining 1 3/4 cups hot water and bouillon granules in 2-cup measure until dissolved.
• Pour broth into casserole.
• Blend in four mixture; cover.
• Microwave at High 10 to 15 minutes, or until tomatoes are tender and mixture is slightly thickened, stirring every 5 minutes.
• Press through wire strainer.
• Garnish with parsley or watercress, if desired.
• Cream of Tomato Soup: Blend 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream into prepared soup before serving.

HOMEMADE VEGETABLE BEEF SOUP

Steps:

• Mix beef broth and beef stew meat in a large pot over medium heat. Bring broth to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cook beef at a simmer until tender, about 45 minutes.
• Stir corn, green beans, tomato sauce, and tomato paste with the beef. Pour tomato-vegetable juice cocktail into the pot; season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cook for 5 hours.

RICK'S VEGETABLE BEEF SOUP

Steps:

• In a large pot, brown beef in hot oil.
• Add bouillon, spices, and water.
• Bring to a boil; reduce heat.
• Cover and simmer for 1 1/2 hour.
• Add remaining ingredients.
• Return to boiling; reduce heat.
• Cover and simmer 1/2 hour or until vegetables are done.
• Season to taste with salt and black pepper.