Alphabet Beef and Vegetable Soup

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 lb ground beef
• 12 teaspoon pepper
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 (15 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
• 1 (14 ounce) can beef broth
• 1 12 teaspoons italian seasoning
• 1 (16 ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables
• 13 cup alphabet pasta (or other small pasta)
• 14 cup chopped parsley
• 14 cup grated parmesan cheese

1. In a large saucepan, heat oil.
2. Season meat with pepper and add to the pan.
3. Cook over high heat, stirring, until browned, about 5 minutes.
4. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
5. Add tomatoes, beef broth, Italian seasoning, frozen vegetables, pasta and 2 cups water.
6. Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce heat to medium, and cook uncovered until pasta and vegetables are tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
7. Stir in parsley and cheese and serve.

vegetable oil, ground beef, pepper, garlic, tomatoes, beef broth, italian seasoning, mixed vegetables, alphabet pasta, parsley, parmesan cheese

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/alphabet-beef-and-vegetable-soup-451556 (may not work)