BEEFY MINESTRONE

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I know lots of minestrone recipes don't contain meat, but my husband thinks a meal is only a meal if it contains some sort of meat. Consequently, this is the perfect meal. It strikes that balance of flavorful, healthful, and soul-satisfying. -Juli Snaer, Enid, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 6h50m

Yield 8 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 cups chicken broth
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic, undrained
1 beef top round steak (1 pound) , cut onto 1/2-inch cubes
15 fresh baby carrots, halved
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup dry red wine
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup uncooked ditalini or other small pasta
Optional: Fresh oregano and shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Combine the first 13 ingredients in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or until meat is tender. , Stir in pasta. Cover and cook on high for 30 minutes or until pasta is tender. If desired, top with fresh oregano and shredded Parmesan cheese.

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