Beef Potato Basil Pesto Soup Recipe

Ingredients for Beef Potato Basil Pesto Soup

• 1/4 cup chopped leek
• 1 medium potato (about 1/2 cup, diced)
• Beef Stock
• 1/2 cup chopped zucchini
• Green Beans
• Filet Of Beef
• Basil Pesto

How to Make Beef Potato Basil Pesto Soup

1. Heat a small saucepan (about 1.5 quart) over medium heat.
2. Spray the saucepan with cooking oil.
3. Add 1/4 cup chopped leek and 1 medium potato (about 1/2 cup, diced) and cook, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes until softened.
4. Add 1 cup beef broth and simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes, or until the potato is almost tender.
5. Add 1/2 cup chopped zucchini and 1/4 cup green beans (trimmed and halved) and simmer for a further 3 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
6. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
7. Add 1/2 cup cooked beef, shredded or diced.
8. Remove from heat and let stand for 1-2 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
9. Ladle the soup into a serving bowl.
10. Stir in 1-2 tablespoons of fresh basil pesto (adjust to taste).
11. Serve immediately and enjoy!