Hearty Vegetable Beef Minestrone Soup Recipe: A Comforting Classic

Discover the ultimate comfort food with this Hearty Vegetable Beef Minestrone Soup. Packed with tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and flavorful herbs, this soup is a nutritious and satisfying meal perfect for any season. Whether you’re looking for a cozy dinner or a make-ahead lunch, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients:

• 2-3 Tablespoons olive oil
• 1 Pound sirloin steak (or other lean steak), cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 Medium onion, finely diced
• 3 Medium carrots, diced
• 2 Stalks celery, sliced or diced
• 3-4 Cloves garlic, minced
• 1 Teaspoon each basil and oregano
• 1/2 Teaspoon thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 cups water
• 1-1/2 cups dried pasta (elbow, shell, or ditalini)
• 1 Large (28 ounce) can crushed or petite diced tomatoes
• 1 Can (15 ounce) cannellini beans
• 1 Can (15 ounce) garbanzo beans
• 3 handfuls rough-chopped, fresh spinach
• 1/2 Cup minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
• Grated parmesan for topping

Preparation:

1. Heat olive oil in a large (4-quart) pot over medium-high heat.
2. Add steak, onions, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook for 4-5 minutes until vegetables soften.
3. Season with basil, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour in beef broth and water. Bring to a boil.
5. Add pasta and cook until al dente (about 8 minutes). *SEE NOTE
6. Reduce heat to simmer. Add tomatoes and beans. Simmer for 10 minutes.
7. Stir in spinach and parsley until wilted.
8. Serve in bowls, topped with grated parmesan. Enjoy!

*NOTE: For a thicker soup, cook pasta separately and add before serving to prevent absorption of too much liquid.