Hamburger Minestrone

By Lorena_321

Ingredients

• 1 lb. lean ground beef
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 6 cups water
• 1 can (28 oz.) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 1/2 cups sliced zucchini
• 1 can (16 oz.) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 1/2 cups frozen whole kernel corn, thawed
• 1 cup shredded cabbage
• 1 celery rib with leaves, chopped
• 2 t. beef bouillon granules
• 2 t. Italian seasoning
• 3/4 t. salt
• 1/2 cup uncooked elbow macaroni

Preparation

Step 1

In a large pot, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the water, tomatoes, zucchini, beans, corn, cabbage, celery, bouillon, Italian seasoning and salt. Add macaroni. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until macaroni is tender.