Beef Zuppa Recipe 

Here's a recipe for Beef Zuppa (Italian-style beef and vegetable soup):

Ingredients:

• 500g (1 pound) beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup dried pasta (such as macaroni or small shells)
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)

Instructions:

1. Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the beef stew meat and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the meat from the pot and set it aside.
2. In the same pot, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic becomes fragrant.
3. Add the diced carrots and celery to the pot. Cook for a few minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
4. Return the browned beef to the pot and add the diced tomatoes (including the juice), beef broth, water, dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
5. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let it simmer for about 1 hour, or until the beef is tender.
6. Add the dried pasta to the pot and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
7. Taste the soup and adjust the seasonings if needed.
8. Serve the Beef Zuppa hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.

Enjoy this hearty and comforting Beef Zuppa, perfect for warming up on chilly days. Serve it with crusty bread for a complete meal.