Alphabet Beef and Vegetable Soup

365 Great 20 Minute Recipes. Easy and takes no time at all to make!

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 3-4

Ingredients

• 1  tablespoon  vegetable oil
• 1  lb ground beef
• 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
• 2 (15 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
• 1 (14 ounce) can beef broth
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons  italian seasoning
• 1 (16 ounce) package  frozen mixed vegetables
• 1⁄3 cup alphabet pasta (or other small pasta)
• 1⁄4 cup  chopped parsley
• 1⁄4 cup  grated parmesan cheese

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, heat oil. Season meat with pepper and add to the pan. Cook over high heat, stirring, until browned, about 5 minutes.
2. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
3. Add tomatoes, beef broth, Italian seasoning, frozen vegetables, pasta and 2 cups water.
4. Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce heat to medium, and cook uncovered until pasta and vegetables are tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
5. Stir in parsley and cheese and serve.