Hearty Beef and Bean Tomato Soup

Beef, Bean, and Tomato Soup Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 10

Description:

Warm up your winter afternoons with this hearty Beef, Bean, and Tomato Soup. Quick and easy to prepare, this soup is a comforting delight that pairs perfectly with freshly baked biscuits or crusty bread.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 green pepper, chopped
• 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 tbsp dried parsley (or 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped)
• 1 tsp dried basil (or 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped)
• 8 cups water
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 cup pasta (such as shells, elbows, or any small pasta)

Instructions:

1. Brown the Ground Beef:

   • In a Dutch oven or heavy stock pot, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

2. Saute Onions and Green Pepper:

   • Add the chopped onion and green pepper to the pot with the browned beef. Saute for 5 to 10 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

3. Add Beans and Tomatoes:

   • Stir in the kidney beans (drained and rinsed) and diced tomatoes.

4. Season and Simmer:

   • Add the dried parsley, dried basil (or fresh if using), and 8 cups of water to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil.

5. Add Pasta:

   • Once boiling, add the pasta to the pot. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 to 20 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked through and tender.

6. Adjust Seasoning:

   • Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

7. Serve:

   • Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot. Optionally, garnish with additional fresh parsley or grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 210.1
• Total Fat: 7.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.8g
• Cholesterol: 30.8mg
• Sodium: 513.9mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Dietary Fiber: 4.8g
  • Sugars: 4.3g
• Protein: 13.7g

Tips for the Perfect Soup:

• Variations: Feel free to customize this soup with your favorite vegetables or beans. Add some corn or bell peppers for extra color and flavor.

• Storage: This soup stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.

• Serve with: As suggested, fresh hot homemade biscuits or crusty bread are excellent companions to this soup. The combination of flavors and textures will make your meal complete!

Keywords:

Peppers, Beans, Vegetable, Meat, Canadian, Low Cholesterol, Winter, Savory, < 30 Mins, Stove Top, Inexpensive

Enjoy your comforting Beef, Bean, and Tomato Soup! 🍲