Italian Vegetable Soup
Why I Love This Recipe
This recipe came from my Mom, I don't know where she got it but it is very good. Enjoy!
Ingredients You'll Need
1 lb gr. beef
1 C. diced onion
1 C. Sliced celery
1 C. sliced carrots
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (16 oz) tomatoes
1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
1 can (15 oz) red kidney beans, undrained
2 C. water
5 tsp beef boullion granules
1 TBSP dried parsley flakes
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp oregano
1/2 tsp sweet basil
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 C. shredded cabbage
1 C. frozen or fresh green beans cut into 1" pieces
1/2 C. small elbow macaroni
Parmesan Cheese
Directions
Brown beef in large, heavy kettle; drain. Add all ingredients except cabbage, green beans, macaroni, and cheese. Bring to a boil. Lower heat, cover and simmer 20 minutes. Add cabbage, gr. beans, and macaroni. Bring to a boil and simmer until vegetables are tender. If you prefer a thinner soup add additional water or broth. Sprinkle w/ parmesan cheese before serving.
