Hearty Beef & Tomato Vegetable Soup

Beef Tomato Soup (Sup Tomat Daging Sapi)

Ingredients:

• 1/4 kg beef, cut into cubes
• 2 tomatoes, diced
• 1/2 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• Salt, to taste
• A pinch of ground nutmeg
• A pinch of ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon mushroom broth powder
• 3 stalks celery, chopped
• Mixed vegetables: carrots, potatoes, and green peas
• Sausages and meatballs, sliced
• Margarine or cooking oil, for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Beef: Begin by cutting the beef into small cubes. In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the beef cubes. Cook until the beef is tender.

2. Add Vegetables: Once the beef is tender, add the diced tomatoes, carrots, and potatoes to the pot. Continue to cook until the vegetables are soft and the tomatoes have broken down.

3. Sauté Aromatics: In a separate pan, melt some margarine or heat cooking oil. Sauté the chopped onion and crushed garlic until they are golden and fragrant.

4. Combine Ingredients: Add the sautéed onions and garlic to the pot with the beef and vegetables. Stir well to combine.

5. Season the Soup: Season the soup with salt, mushroom broth powder, ground black pepper, and ground nutmeg. Stir to ensure the seasonings are well incorporated.

6. Add Sausages and Meatballs: Incorporate the sliced sausages and meatballs into the soup. Allow them to heat through.

7. Finish with Celery: Sprinkle the chopped celery into the soup and let it simmer for a few more minutes.

8. Final Touches: Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Once everything is cooked and well-seasoned, your Beef Tomato Soup is ready to be served.

Enjoy this comforting and flavorful soup as a hearty meal for any occasion.