LAZY DAY BEEF & VEGETABLE SOUP

By cindyandmojo

Ingredients

• 2-1/2 pounds beef Stew Meat, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
• 2 cans (14 to 14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium beef broth
• 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed, drained
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt added diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
• 1 cup uncooked ditalini or other small pasta
• Shredded Romano cheese (optional)

Details

Servings 6
Cooking time 6mins
Adapted from beefitswhatsfordinner.com

Preparation

Step 1

INSTRUCTIONS FOR LAZY DAY BEEF & VEGETABLE SOUP

Combine beef, broth, chickpeas, tomatoes, water, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper in 4-1/2 to 5-1/2-quart slow cooker; toss to coat well. Cover and cook on HIGH 5 hours, or on LOW 8 hours. (No stirring is necessary during cooking.)

Stir in mixed vegetables and pasta. Continue cooking, covered, 1 hour or until beef and pasta are tender. Season with salt and pepper, as desired. Stir well before serving. Serve with cheese, if desired.