Ingredients
ECIPES
64 Ultimate Weight Loss Revealed by Brad Callen
Lunch
Minestrone Soup
P / C / F Ratio: 26 / 58 / 16
A thick, hearty soup with three kinds of beans. Hearty soups like this one are great to take to the office. I think they are usually better the next day anyway!
Ingredients
8 Servings
• 16 oz lean ground beef( 9 % fat)
• 15 oz can green beans drained
• 1 1 / 2 medium onions
• Coarsely chopped several cloves of garlic
• Chopped 15 oz can kidney beans not drained 1
• 5 oz can garbanzo beans drained
• 14.5 oz can chopped stewed tomatoes Italian style
• 15 oz can tomato sauce
• 4 1 / 2 cups cooked macaroni noodles
• 2-3 cups water or broth according to taste
• 1 Tbs Italian Seasoning
• 2 Tsp Ground Black Pepper
Preparation Instructions
In a large stockpot with a small amount of water in the bottom, sauté onion and garlic until soft. Add ground beef and cook until evenly browned. Add beans, stewed tomatoes, tomato sauce, macaroni, and water or broth. Using two cans of water makes for a hearty texture. If you like more liquid, feel free to add more.
Nutrition Information
Per Serving
Calories: |
409 |
Protein: |
27 grams |
Total Carbs: |
58 grams |
Sugar: |
8 grams |
Fat: |
7.3 grams |
Fun Facts This is a very versatile recipe- you can add other vegetables such as peas or use other kinds of canned beans. Another option is to use ground turkey. It is quick and easy to make as well.
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