COWBOY STEAK N VEGGIE SOUP

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Provided by Jamallah Bergman

Number Of Ingredients 13

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1 lb beef sirloin steak, boneless (1 inch thick)
1 tsp dried basil leaves
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
2 clove garlic,crushed
1 Tbsp oil
2 can(s) ready to serve beef broth (14 1/2 oz)
1 jar(s) chunky style salsa or picante
1 pkg frozen green beans,potatoes,onion and red peppers (1 lb bag)
1 can(s) great northern beans,drained,rinsed
1 c torn fresh spinach
GARNISH,IF DESIRED
fresh basil,parsley or cilantro

Steps:

1. Cut beef into 1/4 inch thick strips;cut each strip into 1 inch pieces. In medium bowl,combine beef,basil,salt,pepper,garlic and oil; toss to coat.
2. Heat Dutch oven or large saucepan over medium-high heat until hot. Add beef mixture;cook and stir 4 to 5 minutes or until browned.
3. Stir in broth,salsa and vegetables. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low;simmer 10 minutes.
4. Stir in beans. Cook 4 to 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Stir in spinach. Garnish each serving of soup with fresh basil.