Hearty Beef Soup

STEP ONE

• Heat a large saucepan over medium heat.
• Add 15 ml olive oil to the saucepan.
• Season the beef shin well with salt and pepper.
• Sear until nicely browned on all sides, about 15 minutes total.
• Remove it from the pot, discard the oil, and return the shin to the pot.
• Add 4 cloves crushed garlic.

STEP TWO

• Add the soup mix and fry for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until slightly golden and fragrant.

STEP THREE

• Prepare the stock as per the pack instructions.
• Top-up with water until vegetables are covered.
• Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
• Simmer over a medium-high heat for 30 – 40 minutes until the veggies are softened.

STEP FOUR

• Season to taste and mix well.