Hearty Bacon and Beef Minestrone

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Hearty Bacon and Beef Minestrone Delight warms up your day with a comforting Italian soup that combines crispy bacon, tender ground beef, and a medley of fresh vegetables. This non-vegetarian recipe is perfect for those seeking a filling meal, and it’s gluten and dairy-friendly for most diets. The rich flavors of tomato and herbs create a satisfying bowl that’s versatile enough for any occasion—enjoy it as a main dish or alongside crusty bread.

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Overview

This hearty and flavorful minestrone soup is packed with a variety of vegetables, bacon, and ground beef, making it a comforting and satisfying meal. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this soup can be customized with your favorite vegetables and is best served with a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Diet Type

Non-Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Gluten

Cuisine

Italian

Serving Size: 6

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 Slices bacon, divided
• 1 Cup onion, minced
• 4 Cloves garlic, minced
• 0.33 Pounds ground beef
• 1 Cup celery, minced
• 1 Cup carrots, sliced
• 2 Cups tomato puree
• 2 14.5 Ounces (oz) stewed tomatoes
• 1 14 Ounces (oz) beef broth
• 1 10.5 Ounces (oz) condensed French onion soup
• 5 Cups water
• 0.25 Cups red wine
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) oregano, dried
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) basil, dried
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 1 Pinch pepper, to taste
• 1 Cup zucchini, minced
• 2 Cups spinach, sliced
• 1 Cup spinach pasta
• 1 15 Ounces (oz) garbanzo beans, drained
• 0.25 Cups parsley, minced

Steps

1. In a large stock pot, cook the bacon until crispy, then drain off the fat.
2. Add the minced onion, minced garlic, and ground beef to the pot. Cook until the onions are translucent and the beef is browned.
3. Stir in the minced celery, sliced carrots, tomato puree, stewed tomatoes, beef broth, condensed French onion soup, water, red wine, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Cook for 15 minutes.
4. Add the minced zucchini, sliced spinach, spinach pasta, drained garbanzo beans, and minced parsley to the pot.
5. Cook for an additional 15 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
6. Serve hot with a generous sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Enjoy!

Enjoy your Hearty Bacon and Beef Minestrone Delight!