Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1/2 lb ground beef
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon fennel seed
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper flakes
  • 6 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon Better than Bouillon
  • 1 cup zucchini sliced
  • 1/2 cup carrot sliced
  • 1/2 cup broccoli chopped
  • 1/2 cup cauliflower chopped
  • 1/2 cup celery chopped
  • 4 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (canned)
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Instruction

  • Heat olive oil in a stock pan. Add the ground beef and spices (except garlic and parmesan cheese). Cook until the meat is browned a little.
  • Meanwhile chop the vegetables.
  • When the meat is done, add in the vegetables, tomato products, water and Better than Bouillon.
  • Bring to a simmer, cover and cook for 15 minutes.
  • Take off the cover and add the garlic and Parmesan cheese. Stir and let cook another minute or two.
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