Follow these steps for perfect results
beef chuck roast
water
bay leaves
onions
diced
carrots
sliced
celery
sliced
tomatoes
cut up
tomato sauce
fresh parsley
chopped
salt
to taste
pepper
to taste
dried basil
garlic powder
frozen Italian green beans
cut
frozen peas
kidney beans
rinsed and drained
shell macaroni
cooked and drained
grated Parmesan cheese
Place beef roast, water, and bay leaves in a large kettle or Dutch oven.
Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until meat is tender, about 3 hours.
Remove meat from broth and let it cool.
Add onions, carrots, and celery to the broth.
Cook for 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
Cut the meat into bite-size pieces and add it back to the broth.
Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, parsley, seasonings, beans, peas, and kidney beans.
Cook until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
Add macaroni and heat through.
Remove bay leaves.
Ladle into soup bowls and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Expert advice for the best results
Add a parmesan rind to the broth for extra flavor.
Use fresh herbs for a brighter taste.
Adjust the amount of vegetables to your liking.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Can be made ahead of time and reheated.
Garnish with fresh parsley and a drizzle of olive oil.
Serve with crusty bread.
Pair with a simple salad.
Italian red wine that complements the soup.
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