Mama Kathy's Minestrone

Mama Kathy's Minestrone

This is a tasty and filling soup for those cold winter nights. The mix of the vegetables tastes wonderful. Make homemade baked bread and you will have a winter’s delight.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 25 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 40 mins
Yield:
6 servings
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds ground beef
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
  • 2 (14 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 (15 ounce) can baby peas
  • 1 cup finely chopped carrots
  • 1 (14 ounce) can chopped spinach, drained
  • 1 beef bouillon cube
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning

Directions

Step 1
Place the beef, onion, and garlic in a skillet over medium heat. Cook until beef is evenly brown and onion is tender. Drain grease.

Step 2
Transfer beef, onion, and garlic to a large pot. Mix in tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, peas, carrots, spinach, bouillon cube, and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and cook 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Add more water or tomato sauce as needed.

Step 3
Stir macaroni into the soup. Season with Italian seasoning. Continue cooking 10 minutes, or until macaroni is tender.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

402
Calories
15g
Fat
41g
Carbs
29g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 402
% Daily Value *
Total Fat15g 19%
Saturated Fat6g 28%
Cholesterol69mg 23%
Sodium1032mg 45%
Total Carbohydrate41g 15%
Dietary Fiber9g 31%
Total Sugars12g
Protein29g
Vitamin C34mg 168%
Calcium200mg 15%
Iron8mg 44%
Potassium1211mg 26%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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