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Bob Evans Vegetable Soup Recipe
Sophia smith

Bob Evans Vegetable Soup Recipe

This Bob Evans Vegetable Soup Recipe is a hearty, homemade copycat that combines lean ground beef, tender vegetables, and a savory tomato base. Perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or cozy nights in, this soup is both nutritious and satisfying.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Soup / Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 cup 1 cup carrots, sliced
  • 1 cup 1 cup celery, chopped
  • 3 cups 3 cups water
  • 1 can 1 can V8 vegetable juice
  • 1 can 1 can Italian-style diced tomatoes (undrained)
  • 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons dried basil
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)

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Notes

Required Kitchen Tools

When making this Bob Evans copycat vegetable soup, I prefer a simple kitchen setup. Here are the essential tools I recommend:
  1. Large Soup Pot or Dutch Oven – for simmering the soup evenly.
  2. Nonstick Skillet – to brown the ground beef before adding it to the soup.
  3. Wooden Spoon or Spatula – for breaking apart the beef while cooking.
  4. Sharp Chef's Knife & Cutting Board – ideal for chopping veggies quickly and safely.
  5. Measuring Cups & Spoons – for precise seasoning.
  6. Ladle – to serve the soup hot and hearty.