Description
A hearty and comforting Beef & Tomato Macaroni Soup that is perfect for a cozy family meal. This easy one-pot soup is packed with ground beef, tomatoes, macaroni, and flavorful seasonings.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup elbow macaroni, uncooked
- 1 cup frozen corn (optional)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5–6 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add chopped onion and garlic and sauté. Cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
- Season the mixture. Stir in Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add tomatoes, sauce, paste, and broth. Bring to a boil.
- Stir in macaroni and simmer. Cook uncovered for about 10–12 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Optional: Add corn and adjust seasoning. Cook for another 2 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning and serve. Ladle into bowls and garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, reduce the broth by 1/2 cup or simmer longer before adding pasta.
- You can substitute ground turkey or plant-based ground meat.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 4 days; add a splash of broth when reheating if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
