Ingredients
2 tbsp. olive oil
2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
2 c. mirepoix, fresh or frozen
2 tsp. Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp. salt
1 lb. ground beef
2 qt. chicken broth
1 14.5 oz. can marinara sauce or crushed tomatoes
8 oz. elbow pasta
2 c. frozen green beans, corn, or peas
Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Directions
Set a large pot over medium heat and add olive oil.
Once the oil is warm, add the garlic, mirepoix, salt, and Italian seasoning. Stir and cook for 2 minutes.
Add beef and break up with a wooden spoon. Cook for 8 minutes.
Add broth and marinara and increase heat to high. When the mixture starts to simmer, reduce heat back to medium.
Add the pasta and cook for 6 minutes or until pasta is tender. If broth starts to boil, reduce heat again.
Str in frozen vegetables and simmer for 4 minutes.
Season to taste and serve topped with cheese, if desired.