Ingredients
1 pound ground beef1-3/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 medium onion, chopped1 celery rib, thinly sliced1 garlic clove, minced4 cups water1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained2 medium carrots, sliced4 teaspoons beef bouillon granules1 bay leaf1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano1-1/2 cups cooked tricolor spiral pasta
Preparation
In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook the beef, mushrooms, onion and celery until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain.
Stir in the water, tomatoes, carrots, bouillon, bay leaf and oregano. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until carrots are tender. Stir in pasta; heat through. Discard bay leaf.
