Beef and Pinto Bean Soup Hearty Beef and Pinto Bean Soup with Tomatoes, Spices, and Vegetables Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef or stew beef, browned 1 tablespoon olive oil (if using stew beef) 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 carrots, diced 2 celery stalks, diced 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes 4 cups beef broth 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1 bay leaf Salt and pepper, to taste Optional: chopped fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish Directions: In a large soup pot, brown the beef over medium heat. If using stew beef, heat olive oil first and sear beef until browned on all sides. Add onion and garlic, sauté 2–3 minutes until fragrant. Stir in carrots and celery, cooking another 3–4 minutes. Add pinto beans, diced tomatoes, beef broth, cumin, paprika, oregano, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 30–40 minutes, or until vegetables are tender and flavors meld. Remove bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with parsley or cilantro if desired. Serve warm. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes Kcal: 380 kcal | Servings: 4–5 servings #beefsoup #pintobeansoup #heartyhomemadesoup #comfortfood #souprecipe #beefandbeans #easyweeknightmeals #onepotdinners #beanbasedsoup #beefbrothrecipes #rusticsoup #soupszn #homemadesoupideas #vegetablesoup #proteinpacked #familydinnerideas #nourishingmeals #savorycomfort #soupsandstews #beansfordinner When it’s cold outside, this Beef and Pinto Bean Soup brings all the cozy vibes! So hearty, so flavorful.

French Onion Soup Rice Caramelized Onion and Herb Rice Bake Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 cup Arborio or long grain rice 2 cups beef broth 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 cup grated Gruyère cheese 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring often, until deeply golden and caramelized—about 25–30 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 1 more minute until fragrant. Stir in the uncooked rice and toast it for 2–3 minutes with the onion mixture. Add beef broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 18–20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Stir in the Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses until melted and creamy. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 310 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #comfortfood #frenchonionrice #homemadegoodness #easyrecipes #cozymeals #dinnerideas #onepotmeals #simpleeats #caramelizedonions #savoryrice #cheesyrice #heartymeals #familyfavorites #onionlovers #beefbrothrecipes #classicflavors #herbrice #gruyerecheese #easyweeknightdinner #pantrymeals Say hello to your new comfort food obsession! 🧅🧀 This French Onion Soup Rice is creamy, cheesy, and packed with rich caramelized flavor in every bite!