Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless beef sirloin (1-inch thick)
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans beef broth
  • 1 (16 ounce) jar chunky salsa or (16 ounce) jar picante salsa
  • 1 (1 lb) package frozen green beans
  • 1 (1 lb) package frozen potato
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 red bell peppers, cored and chopped
  • 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can great northern beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup torn fresh spinach

Method

  • Cut the beef in to 1/4 inch thick strips; cut each strip into 1 inch pieces.
  • In a medium bowl, combine beef, basil, salt, pepper, garlic, and oil; toss to coat.
  • Heat large saucepan over medium-high heat until hot.
  • Add the beef mixture; cook and stir for 4-5 minutes or until browned.
  • Stir in the broth, salsa, vegetables, onion, and red pepper. (DONOT STIR IN THE CAN OF BEANS OR THE SPINACH YET).
  • Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Reduce heat to low, simmer 25 minutes or until onions and red peppers are tender.
  • Stir in the beans and cook 4-5 minutes or until heated thoroughly.
  • Stir in the spinach.