Best 10 Beef Minestrone Recipes

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**Introduction:**

Minestrone is a classic Italian soup that is typically made with a variety of vegetables, beans, and pasta. It is a hearty and flavorful soup that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. This article features three delicious beef minestrone recipes that are sure to please everyone. The first recipe is for a traditional beef minestrone soup that is made with beef broth, vegetables, beans, and pasta. The second recipe is for a lighter version of minestrone that is made with chicken broth instead of beef broth. The third recipe is for a vegetarian minestrone soup that is made without any meat. All three recipes are easy to follow and can be made in under an hour. So gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a delicious bowl of minestrone soup!

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

BEEF AND CANNELLINI BEAN MINESTRONE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 52m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, finely diced
1 large carrot, peeled and diced into 1/4-inch pieces
1 rib celery, trimmed and diced into 1/4-inch pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces lean (8 percent fat) ground beef
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
4 cups low-sodium beef broth
One 28-ounce can diced tomatoes
One 15-ounce can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 dried bay leaf
1/2 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, add the oil and heat over medium heat. Stir in the onion, carrot and celery and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. Increase the heat to high and add the ground beef and garlic. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cook until the beef is browned and cooked through, about 6 to 7 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and mix to combine. Add the broth, tomatoes, beans, and bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the liquid has reduced by half, about 30 minutes. Remove the bay leaf and discard. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with Parmesan.

SLOW COOKER BEEF MINESTRONE SOUP



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Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 pound ground beef
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes (do not drain)
2 cups carrots (chopped)
2 cups potatoes (chopped)
1 1/2 cups celery (chopped)
1 yellow onion (diced)
3 teaspoons minced garlic
1 Tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 cups beef stock
2 cups water
3 cups tomato juice
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
1 1/2 cups zucchini (diced)
1 cup ditalini pasta (uncooked)
1 (15 ounce) can green beans (drained)

Steps:

  • In a medium skillet, brown ground beef until completely cooked.
  • Place your ground beef, diced tomatoes, carrots, potatoes, celery, onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper into your slow cooker.
  • Add in beef stock, water, and tomato juice.
  • Cover and cook on low heat 6-8 hours or high 3-4 hours.
  • After cooking time is up, add in red kidney beans, cannellini beans, zucchini, pasta, and green beans. Cook on high heat for an additional 15 minutes or until pasta is tender.

BEEF MINESTRONE SOUP



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This recipe is adapted from a vegetarian Minestrone Soup that I make every fall, as soon as the weather starts to get crisp outside, this soup is great to take for lunch all winter long!

Provided by eraegra

Categories     Stew

Time 3h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb stew meat, cut into small cubes
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 medium onion, chopped
3 medium carrots, diced
2 celery ribs, diced
2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
1 medium zucchini, diced
1 (16 ounce) can white beans, drained and rinsed (cannellini or great northern beans)
1 (15 ounce) can cut green beans, don't drain
1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes, don't drain
4 cups beef stock

Steps:

  • In a large pot or dutch oven, brown meat in 2 T olive oil. Remove beef and drippings from pot (keep drippings).
  • Saute the onions, carrots, and celery in the olive oil and butter. Add potatoes and zucchini, one at a time, cooking each for 2-3 minutes before adding the next. Salt and pepper between each addition, to taste.
  • Add white beans, green beans, beef stock, and tomatoes. Cover and cook slowly over low heat for at least 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 541.5, Fat 31, SaturatedFat 9.3, Cholesterol 55.7, Sodium 971.2, Carbohydrate 43.3, Fiber 9.3, Sugar 7, Protein 24.9

CROCK POT GROUND BEEF MINESTRONE SOUP



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My husband and I were lifting the lid about every 15 minutes to taste the broth because it tasted so delicious to us. I slapped this recipe together yesterday for the first time and we will definitely be making this again and again. This experiment came out way better than expected. I hope you enjoy this as much as we did. I love soup loaded with vegetables in a flavorful tomato based broth. I was looking to use up two thawed uncooked hamburger patties along with a bunch of fresh veggies I had in my fridge.

Provided by Jenniegal

Categories     Low Protein

Time 5h20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/3 lb ground beef
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/4 cup celery, chopped
1/4 cup green pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, pressed
2 carrots, sliced
2 medium potatoes, cubed
1 zucchini, sliced & quartered
1 cup green beans, pieces
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon basil
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon thyme
2 teaspoons parsley
1/2 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
4 beef bouillon cubes
2 chicken bouillon cubes
3 cups water

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef along with onion, celery, green pepper, and garlic.
  • Boil 3 C of water and mix in beef & chicken bouillon.
  • Put all ingredients into crock pot and stir.
  • Cook on high 2 hours, low for 3 - 5 hours or if you want to extend the cooking time all on low for 8 - 10 hours or to your desired doneness of the veggies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.7, Fat 4.6, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 17.5, Sodium 1012.7, Carbohydrate 29.6, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 9.9, Protein 9

BEEF MINESTRONE



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This recipe pleasantly proves that decreasing fat intake doesn't mean saying farewell to ground beef's full-bodied flavor. This soup is sure to be a hit in your home.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 cup chopped onion
6 cups water
1 cup cubed peeled potatoes
1 cup chopped tomatoes
1 cup shredded cabbage
1 cup chopped carrots
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon pepper
5 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook beef and onion until meat is browned and onion is tender; drain. Add next 11 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour. , Discard bay leaf. Sprinkle each serving with 1/2 teaspoon of Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141 calories, Fat 7g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 58mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

VEGETABLE BEEF MINESTRONE



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Plenty of vegetables, chick peas or beans of your choice plus pasta.

Provided by Lindsay Perejma

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Minestrone

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 slices bacon, chopped
½ pound lean ground beef
2 carrots, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
1 (10.5 ounce) can beef broth
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained
2 ounces spaghetti, broken into pieces

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook bacon and ground beef until well done, breaking up the beef as it cooks. Drain off the grease and add carrots, garlic, onion and celery. Season with the bay leaf, basil, rosemary and red pepper flakes. Cook for about 5 minutes or until the onions are translucent. Stir in tomatoes and beef stock.
  • Simmer for about 20 minutes then put in the chickpeas and broken spaghetti. Cook covered, for about 10 minutes or until spaghetti is al dente. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.4 calories, Carbohydrate 26.3 g, Cholesterol 34.7 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 570 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

SUPER EASY SPICY BEEF MINESTRONE SOUP



Super Easy Spicy Beef Minestrone Soup image

This is a real crowd pleaser. Nobody can tell I didn't spend lots of time preparing this. Even my very fussy-eater husband likes this! My sister-in-law gave me the recipe. I don't know where it came from...

Provided by Laura in Texas

Categories     Beans

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 lb cooked lean ground beef
1 can ranch-style pinto beans, undrained
1 can rotel style diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
3 cans minestrone soup (I prefer Progresso Brand)

Steps:

  • Cook ground beef in a stock pot.
  • Season to taste.
  • I add a little pepper and dried minced onion.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients, undrained.
  • (Sometimes I put the tomatoes in a blender first because my husband hates tomato chunks.) Simmer, covered, about an hour until flavors blend.
  • Stir occasionally.

PRESSURE COOKER MINESTRONE SOUP WITH BEEF



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A hearty and delicious tomato-based soup rich with vegetables and beef. Cooked quickly in an Instant Pot® or pressure cooker. Just like my Nana would make! Top with grated Parmesan cheese.

Provided by MissouriChef

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Minestrone

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

¼ cup olive oil, divided
10 ounces boneless beef chuck roast, cut into chunks, or more to taste
1 large onion, diced
2 carrots, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups tomato sauce
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups baby spinach leaves, chopped
½ cup red wine
¾ cup small seashell pasta
½ (12 ounce) bag green beans, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) set on Saute mode. Add beef; saute until browned on the outside, about 6 minutes. Remove from pot.
  • Heat remaining olive oil in the pressure cooker. Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Saute until vegetables are softened, scraping the browned bits into the mixture. Turn off Saute mode.
  • Return beef and drippings to the pressure cooker. Add tomato sauce, broth, spinach, wine, pasta, green beans, basil, and oregano. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 6 minutes. Allow about 8 minutes for pressure to build.
  • When timer is done, let minestrone sit, 1 to 2 minutes. Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove lid. Add black beans; season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335.4 calories, Carbohydrate 34.2 g, Cholesterol 25.5 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 1853.9 mg, Sugar 10.5 g

GROUND BEEF MINESTRONE SOUP



Ground Beef Minestrone Soup image

From my Fix-It and Forget-It Big Cookbook by Phyllis Pellman-Good. Attributed to Kathy Moyer of Ottsville, Pennsylvania, United States of America.

Provided by ElizabethKnicely

Categories     European

Time 6h15m

Yield 12 , 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb extra lean ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans low-sodium stewed tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 (10 ounce) package frozen corn
2 celery ribs, sliced
2 small zucchini, sliced
1 cup macaroni, uncooked
2 1/2 cups hot water
2 beef bouillon cubes
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef in nonstick skillet.
  • Combine browned ground beef, onion, garlic, stewed tomatoes, kidney beans, corn, celery, zucchini, and macaroni in slow cooker.
  • Dissolve bouillon cubes in hot water. Combine with salt and Italian seasoning. Add to slow cooker.
  • Cover. Cook on LOW 6 hours.

BEEF MINESTRONE



Beef Minestrone image

A recipe from Taste of Home. It's low-salt and low-cal. 1 cup is 141 calories. Maybe I cooked it too much because it turned out more like a stew than a soup. But it was great and healthy.

Provided by Boomette

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h20m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb lean ground beef
1 cup onion, chopped
6 cups water
1 cup potato, peeled chopped
1 cup tomatoes, chopped
1 cup cabbage, shredded
1 cup carrot, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1/4 cup long grain rice, uncooked
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon pepper
5 teaspoons parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and onion is tender; drain. Add the water, potatoes, tomatoes, cabbage, carrots, celery, rice, thyme, bay leaf and cover and simmer for 1 hour.
  • Discard bay leaf. Sprinkle each serving with 1/2 teaspoon of parmesan.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables to add flavor and texture to your minestrone. Some good choices include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, zucchini, and tomatoes.
  • If you don't have any beef broth on hand, you can use chicken broth or vegetable broth instead. Just be sure to adjust the seasonings accordingly.
  • Add some cooked beans or lentils to your minestrone for a boost of protein and fiber. Beans and lentils are also a good source of iron and other minerals.
  • If you want a thicker soup, you can add some cooked rice or pasta. Or, you can use a potato masher to mash some of the vegetables in the soup.
  • Season your minestrone to taste with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices. Some good choices include basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, and garlic.
  • Serve your minestrone with a side of crusty bread or crackers. You can also top it with grated Parmesan cheese or a dollop of sour cream.

Conclusion:

Beef minestrone is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With its variety of vegetables, beans, and pasta, minestrone is a soup that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give beef minestrone a try!

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