Mama'S Mexican Minestrone Recipe

Name: Mama'S Mexican Minestrone
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (7-ounce) package fideos pasta*; 1 1/4 pounds (1-inch-thick) boneless sirloin steak; 1 (1.25-ounce) envelope taco seasoning mix; 1 small onion, chopped; 1/2 medium-size green bell pepper, chopped; Vegetable cooking spray; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil; 6 3/4 cups low-sodium beef broth; 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles; 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained; 2 small yellow squash or zucchini, chopped (about 2 cups); 1 (6-ounce) bag fresh baby spinach; 3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 (7-ounce) package fideos pasta*
1 1/4 pounds (1-inch-thick) boneless sirloin steak
1 (1.25-ounce) envelope taco seasoning mix
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 medium-size green bell pepper, chopped
Vegetable cooking spray
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
6 3/4 cups low-sodium beef broth
1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles
1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 small yellow squash or zucchini, chopped (about 2 cups)
1 (6-ounce) bag fresh baby spinach
3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

1
Spread pasta in a single layer in a 15- x 10-inch jelly-roll pan. Bake at 350u00b0 for 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring once. Set aside.
2
Cut beef into 1/4-inch-thick strips; cut each strip into 1-inch pieces. Coat with taco seasoning mix.
3
Cook beef, onion, and bell pepper in a Dutch oven coated with cooking spray over medium heat, stirring often, 6 to 8 minutes or until beef is browned. Add garlic, and saute 1 minute. Stir in basil; cook, stirring constantly, 30 seconds.
4
Add toasted pasta, broth, and next 3 ingredients. Bring mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes or until pasta is almost tender. Stir in spinach. Sprinkle each serving with shredded Parmesan cheese.
5
*7 ounces angel hair or vermicelli pasta broken into 1-inch pieces may be substituted for fideos pasta.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (7-ounce) package fideos pasta*, 1 1/4 pounds (1-inch-thick) boneless sirloin steak, 1 (1.25-ounce) envelope taco seasoning mix, 1 small onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Mama'S Mexican Minestrone falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Mama'S Mexican Minestrone

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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