Scotch Broth

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound lean beef, cubed
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 cup frozen green peas
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic and sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the beef and cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned, about 7 minutes.
3. Stir in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme and cook for 2 minutes.
4. Add the beef broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Add the peas and simmer for 5 minutes.
6. Taste and season with salt and pepper, if desired.
7. Serve the Scotch Broth hot.

Interesting Facts

• Scotch Broth is a traditional Scottish soup.
• The soup is often served with crusty bread or oatcakes.
• The soup is traditionally made with beef, but lamb or mutton can also be used.
• Scotch broth is often served at Burns Night celebrations.