Hearty Beef And Rice Minestrone Soup

Hearty Beef And Rice Minestrone Soup


1. Melt butter with oil in a 6-quart pot (or larger) over medium heat; add in beef cubes and cook stirring occasionally until the beef is browned (about 10 minutes) remove to a bowl.

2. Add in onions, red pepper flakes, jalapeno pepper (if using) carrots, celery, Itaian seasoning and thyme, adding more oil and/or butter if needed; saute for about 5 minutes adding in the garlic the last 2 minutes of cooking time.

3. Add in the browned beef back to the pot along with the water, broth, Worcestershire sauce, canned tomatoes with juice, potatoes and zucchini slices; bring to a boil.

4. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer covered for about 50 minutes, or until the veggies are crisp-tender.

5. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then stir in the cooked rice and kidney beans; cook until heated through.

6. Ladle into bowls and top with grated parmesan cheese.

7. Delicious!

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