Carne D'Oregano
Ingredients
1 pound ground chuck
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup chopped fresh oregano
1 tablespoon firmly packed brown sugar
1 (32-ounce) box chicken broth
2 (14.5-ounce) can petite diced tomatoes
1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (5-ounce) package grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Directions
In a large soup pot, combine ground chuck, onion, bell pepper, oregano and garlic. Cook over medium-high heat for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until beef is browned and crumbles. Drain well.
Stir in brown sugar, broth, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese. Garnish with shaved Asiago and basil if desired.
