Pronto Taco Soup

• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cans (14 1/2 oz. each) beef broth
• 1 can (14 1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 1/2 c. picante sauce
• 1 c. uncooked spiral or small shell pasta
• 1 medium green pepper, chopped
• 2 tsp. chili powder
• 1 tsp. dried parsley flakes
• Shredded cheddar cheese and tortilla chips
• 1 pkg. Taco seasoning

1. In a large saucepan, cook beef, onion and garlic until meat is no longer pink; drain.
2. Add the broth, tomatoes, picante sauce, pasta, green pepper, chili powder, parsley and taco seasoning. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
3. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until pasta is tender.
4. Garnish with cheese and tortilla chips.
5. Yield:
6. 8 servings (2 qts.).

ground beef, onion, garlic, beef broth, tomatoes, picante sauce, shell pasta, green pepper, chili powder, parsley flakes, cheddar cheese

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=20924 (may not work)