Description
This hearty Beef and Macaroni Soup combines rich ground beef, tender elbow pasta, fresh vegetables, and a flavorful tomato-based broth, simmered to perfection. It’s a comforting and satisfying meal ideal for a cozy family dinner, ready in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Aromatics
- 1 pound prime ground beef
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
Broth and Seasonings
- 6 cups rich beef stock
- 14 ounces fresh chopped tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons sundried tomato puree
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
Pasta and Vegetables
- 1 1/2 cups uncooked elbow pasta
- 1 1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (such as peas, carrots, and corn)
Instructions
- Brown the Beef and Onion: In a large pot over medium heat, add the ground beef and finely chopped red onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is fully cooked through and the onion has softened, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain any excess fat to keep the soup from being greasy.
- Add Broth and Flavorings: Pour in the beef stock, chopped tomatoes, and sundried tomato puree. Add Worcestershire sauce, crushed oregano, and dried basil. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients, then bring the soup mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Cook Pasta and Vegetables: Stir in the uncooked elbow pasta and frozen mixed vegetables. Cover the pot with a lid and allow the soup to simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the pasta is tender and the vegetables are fully heated through. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Final Seasoning and Serve: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as needed with salt and pepper if desired. Serve the soup hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs like parsley or grated cheese for extra flavor and presentation.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use homemade beef stock or a high-quality store-bought variety.
- You can substitute elbow pasta with any small pasta shapes like ditalini or small shells.
- Feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle heat.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days; reheat gently on the stovetop.
- Adding fresh herbs such as parsley or basil just before serving enhances the freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
