STEAK-N-VEGETABLE SOUP

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This weeknight steak soup packs rich flavor into a light broth. My family loves the blend of southwestern flavors. -Rebecca Ridpath, Cedar Park, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 beef top sirloin steak (about 1 pound), cut into 1-inch pieces
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 package (16 ounces) frozen vegetables for stew, thawed
1 jar (16 ounces) picante sauce
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup fresh baby spinach

Steps:

In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add steak, basil, salt and pepper. Stir-fry until meat is no longer pink, 4-5 minutes; drain. Add garlic; cook 1 minute more., Stir in vegetables and picante sauce. Add broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until vegetables are tender, 15-20 minutes. Stir in beans; cook until heated through, 4-5 minutes. Add spinach; cook until just starting to wilt, 1-2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 1144mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein.