Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 -5 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 1 large green pepper
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 3 medium fresh carrots, diced
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 5 cans beef broth
  • 2 cans chopped tomatoes
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 2 cans red kidney beans (or your favorite)
  • 1 (16 ounce) bag frozen mixed vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • salt & pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni

Method

  • In a large pot, saute garlic and veggies in olive oil until tender.
  • Microwave ground beef, drain, and add to veggies.
  • Add beef broth, tomatoes, wine, beans, and frozen veggies.
  • Add oregano, Worcestershire sauce, and salt& pepper.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer 1 hour.
  • Return to a boil, add macaroni, and cook until noodles are tender.
  • Serve with warm, crusty bread.