Beefy Minestrone

Ingredients

• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic, undrained
• 1 beef top round steak (1 pound) , cut onto 1/2-inch cubes
• 15 fresh baby carrots, halved
• 2 celery ribs, chopped
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup dry red wine
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 cup uncooked ditalini or other small pasta
• Optional: Fresh oregano and shredded Parmesan cheese