Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup

 

Homemade soup, with its blend of succulent beef and vibrant vegetables, is a true balm for the soul. This delightful recipe for Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup weaves together a tapestry of robust flavors, promising comfort and wholesomeness in every savory spoonful. Harnessing the efficiency of the Instant Pot, this dish becomes a trusty companion for bustling days or those moments when only a nourishing, homemade soup will do. Let's venture into crafting this flavorsome creation, brimming with warmth and satisfaction. **Ingredients:** 1 tablespoon of olive oil 1 pound (450 g) lean diced beef 1 medium onion, diced 1 medium carrot, diced 2-3 celery stalks, diced 1 medium parsnip, diced 2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning 2 bay leaves 1 can (14 oz/400 g) diced tomatoes 1 pound (450 g) potatoes, peeled and cubed 3.5 ounces (100 g) green beans, sliced 1 medium zucchini, cubed 5 cups (1.25 liters) beef stock 1 handful of fresh parsley, roughly chopped Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste **Instructions:** Commence this culinary adventure by setting your beloved Instant Pot to “Sauté” mode and infusing it with the warmth of olive oil. Once it's delicately heated, introduce the diced beef, adorning it with a sprinkle of salt and freshly ground black pepper. Let it dance in the pot for 3-4 minutes until it boasts a delightful browned complexion. Next, invite the diced onion, carrot, celery, parsnip, and garlic to this aromatic gathering. Let these vibrant characters mingle and soften for an additional 2-3 minutes, infusing the pot with their essence. Now, it's time for the grand assembly! Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, add the bay leaves, diced tomatoes, cubed potatoes, sliced green beans, cubed zucchini, and the soul-soothing beef stock. Let them intertwine and harmonize within the pot's embrace. Close the lid of your Instant Pot, setting the valve to “Seal.” Elevate the pot to “High Pressure” and allow this symphony of flavors to serenade for 15 minutes. Once the timer sings its completion, grant the pot 5 minutes of natural pressure release. Then, tenderly turn the valve to “Venting” to release the remaining pressure, allowing the anticipation to crescendo. As the pressure dissipates, add the final flourish: the freshly chopped parsley. Taste this divine elixir, adjusting the seasoning with salt and pepper to your heart's desire. Present this nourishing masterpiece piping hot, accompanied by a beloved crusty bread, and revel in the heartwarming embrace of this Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup. A comforting and robust dish, perfect for savoring throughout the seasons.