BEEFY MINESTRONE

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I know lots of minestrone recipes don't contain meat, but my husband thinks a meal is only a meal if it contains some sort of meat. Consequently, this is the perfect meal. It strikes that balance of flavorful, healthful, and soul-satisfying. -Juli Snaer, Enid, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 6h50m

Yield 8 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 cups chicken broth
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic, undrained
1 beef top round steak (1 pound) , cut onto 1/2-inch cubes
15 fresh baby carrots, halved
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup dry red wine
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup uncooked ditalini or other small pasta
Optional: Fresh oregano and shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Combine the first 13 ingredients in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or until meat is tender. , Stir in pasta. Cover and cook on high for 30 minutes or until pasta is tender. If desired, top with fresh oregano and shredded Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts :

dag pettersen
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I've been looking for a good minestrone recipe, and this is it!


Muhammad Khuzaima Kamran
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This is one of my favorite minestrone recipes.


nikkiswildeight
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I'm going to make this soup again soon!


Mike Hunt
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I added some extra garlic and it was delicious.


Divine Memusi
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Md jahid Islam
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Mohin Uddin
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This is the perfect soup for a weeknight meal.


Kai Dunnell
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I love that this soup is made with whole wheat pasta.


Brian Mbaya
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This soup is so hearty and filling.


David John
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I'm not a huge fan of minestrone, but this recipe changed my mind.


WALEED SALEH
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This is a great soup for a cold winter day.


mahlako Kekana
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! My husband and kids loved it.


Shumail Mughal
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I would definitely make this again.


Hamzii Sardar
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This minestrone is delicious! The broth is rich and flavorful, and the vegetables are cooked to perfection.


Imdad Ullah
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This soup is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Babar Ghour
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I've made this minestrone several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables, and it's also very affordable.


Madison Mullineaux
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This minestrone was a hit with my family! The broth was flavorful and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I added some extra kale and sausage, and it turned out great.