My Southern Mama’s Italian Vegetable Soup

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 12
My Southern Mama's Italian Vegetable Soup Recipe is a Hearty and Delicious Dish
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Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1 cup diced onion
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup sliced carrot
2 cloves finely chopped garlic ( or more )
1 can tomatoes
15 ounces tomato sauce
15 ounces red kidney beans , undrained
2 cups water
5 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup small macaroni noodles
salt , SEE NOTE
freshly grated parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
280
Sugar
7g
Fat
13g
My Southern Mama's Italian Vegetable Soup is a delicious and hearty soup recipe that is perfect for a cold winter day. It's a recipe that has been passed down in my family for generations and has been a comfort food for us for as long as I can remember. This soup is loaded with vegetables, lean protein, and Italian herbs and spices, giving it a unique flavor that is both savory and satisfying. Whether you're looking for a filling lunch or a warm and comforting dinner, this soup is sure to hit the spot.

Instructions

1.In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it up as it cooks, until browned.
2.Add in the onions, celery, and carrots and continue to cook until the vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
3.Add the garlic and cook for another minute or until fragrant.
4.Add the tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans (with their liquid), water, beef bouillon granules, parsley, oregano, basil, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
5.Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.
6.Add the macaroni noodles and simmer until the noodles are cooked through, about 10 minutes.
7.Add salt to taste.
8.Serve hot, with freshly grated Parmesan cheese sprinkled on top.

PROS

This vegetable soup is loaded with healthy vegetables and lean protein from the ground beef, making it a filling and satisfying meal.

It’s also a great way to use up leftover vegetables in your fridge.

CONS

This recipe does not use fresh tomatoes and vegetables, so it may not be as fresh and flavorful as some other vegetable soup recipes.

The beef bouillon granules used in this recipe may be high in sodium, so it’s important to use them in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is packed with health benefits from all the vegetables and lean protein it contains.
The carrots and tomatoes in this recipe are both great sources of vitamin A and C, while the beans provide fiber and protein.
Garlic has been linked to boosting the immune system and reducing inflammation, and the herbs in this recipe are also packed with antioxidants.

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