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Ground Beef and Spinach Rice Soup

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Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 6 cups beef broth
  • 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 4 cups fresh spinach roughly chopped
  • Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes, until the onion is softened and fragrant.
  3. Stir in the uncooked rice, beef broth, diced tomatoes (with their juice), oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
  5. Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the spinach is wilted.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy this warm and nutritious soup!

Notes

You can use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef for a lighter option. Add extra veggies like carrots or celery for added nutrition and flavor. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave or on the stovetop.