Comfort Soup a la Montreal: A Hearty Winter Warmer

This delicious Comfort Soup a la Montreal is the ultimate winter comfort food. Inspired by the flavors of Montreal, this soup features tender chunks of beef, flavorful vegetables, and a rich broth that warms you from the inside out. Perfect for a cozy night in or for serving at a gathering, this soup is sure to become a family favorite. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and a cooking time of 2 hours, this recipe yields a generous pot of soup that will keep you satisfied all winter long.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef stew meat, cubed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 3 stalks celery, sliced
• 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 cup red wine
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef stew meat and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the meat from the pot and set aside.
2. In the same pot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
3. Add the carrots, celery, and potatoes to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Return the browned beef stew meat to the pot. Add the diced tomatoes, beef broth, red wine, bay leaves, dried thyme, and dried rosemary. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Bring the soup to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let simmer for 2 hours or until the beef is tender.
6. Remove the bay leaves from the soup before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
7. Serve the Comfort Soup a la Montreal hot and enjoy!
8. Refrigerate any leftovers for up to 3 days.

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