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Crockpot Busy Day Soup

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This Busy Day Soup is the ultimate quick and easy comfort food! Packed with vegetables, beans, and hearty meat, it’s perfect for those busy days when you need something filling and satisfying in no time. Make this one-pot meal that everyone will love!

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 carrot, peeled and diced
  • 1 zucchini, diced
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn kernels, drained
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme (optional)
  • 1/2 cup small pasta (such as elbow macaroni or rotini)
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Cook the meat:
    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef or turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks (about 5-7 minutes). Drain any excess fat.
  • Sauté the vegetables:
    Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and zucchini to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender (about 5 minutes).
  • Add the liquids and seasonings:
    Stir in the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, corn, chicken broth, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and thyme (if using). Bring the soup to a simmer over medium-high heat.
  • Cook the pasta:
    Add the pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente and the soup is heated through. Stir occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking to the bottom.
  • Serve:
    Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro if desired, and serve hot.

Notes

  • Feel free to swap the ground meat for a vegetarian option like lentils or tofu.
  • You can add other vegetables such as bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
  • This soup freezes well—store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

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