Ingredients

1 pound beef tenderloin, trimmed of fat and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices

6 cups Chicken Stock to Make 1 1/2 Quarts, or low-sodium canned

2 medium carrots, peeled, sliced crosswise 1/2 inch thick on the diagonal, and quartered

1 small rutabaga (about 1 pound), peeled, sliced crosswise 1/2 inch thick on the diagonal, and quartered

2 parsnips, pared, sliced crosswise 1/2 inch thick on the diagonal, and quartered

1 large leek, white part only, quartered

2 celery stalks, peeled, sliced crosswise 1/2 inch thick on the diagonal, and quartered

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1 sprig of fresh thyme

1 sprig of fresh rosemary

1 sprig of fresh parsley

Preparation

In a large, heavy stockpot over medium heat, brown the meat. Add the chicken stock, vegetables, and herbs and bring to a simmer, about 20 to 30 minutes, until the vegetables are fork-tender. Raise the heat if necessary to maintain the simmer.

Using a slotted spoon, remove the meat to a cutting board. Spoon the vegetables among 4 large shallow bowls. Ladle some broth into each bowl. Slice the meat into 8 slices and spoon 2 slices into each bowl.