Italian Green Bean Wild Rice Soup

1 lb lean ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
3/4 cup thinly sliced celery
4 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups Swanson® Beef Broth
1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes
1 bag (16 oz) Green Giant® Frozen Cut Green Beans, thawed
3 cups cooked wild rice
4 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
2 tsp Italian seasoning
salt and pepper, to taste
2 cups Fancy Brand® Shredded Mozzarella Cheese

In large saucepan, brown ground beef thoroughly with onion,
celery, and garlic. Add broth and tomatoes; bring to boil. Add
beans; simmer 10 minutes. Stir in wild rice, parsley and seasonings;
simmer 10 minutes. Serve topped with cheese. 8-10 servings.
Tip: For garden fresh flavor, substitute 4 medium fresh tomatoes
(chopped) for canned tomatoes.

Recipe compliments of the Minnesota Cultivated Wild Rice Council