1lbground beef or turkey, uncooked (I used ground turkey both times to keep it from getting too fatty.)
3cupsbeef broth
2clovesgarlic, diced
1packet Italian dressing mix
1/2cuponion, diced
1can(28 oz) diced tomatoes
1can(6 oz) tomato paste
1can V8 vegetable juice(12 oz)
2cupsuncooked pasta
1cupwater(if you like it more like a soup-I left this out)
salt and pepper to taste
shredded Italian cheese for topping
Instructions
In the slow cooker, mix together the diced tomatoes and tomato paste
Add broth, beef or turkey, garlic, seasoning, onion, V8 and salt and pepper
Cook on low for 4-5 hours (you can simmer longer-it will just increase the intensity of the flavors)
30 minutes before you are ready to serve, add the uncooked pasta and water if you like. I just tossed in the pasta and let it cook in the juices already in there. We don't really like "soupy" soup. :)