Beef and Macaroni Soup
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
359 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Soup
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Cuisine
American
Beef and Macaroni Soup
Description
This Beef and Macaroni Soup begins by browning lean ground beef with onions, forming a savory base. It is then simmered with beef broth, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, oregano, and basil to develop a flavorful broth. Adding elbow macaroni noodles and frozen mixed vegetables toward the end results in a soup with tender pasta and softened vegetables throughout the meat-rich broth.
The use of dried herbs gives a subtle complexity, while the Worcestershire sauce adds umami depth. The texture balances the hearty ground beef and tender macaroni with chunky vegetables. Simmering until the noodles soften ensures a cohesive dish with comforting mouthfeel.
This soup can be served with shredded cheese on top for added richness. It works well as a standalone meal for lunch or dinner and can be paired with bread or a simple salad for a complete comfort meal.
To avoid mushy noodles when storing leftovers, cook pasta separately and add to bowls upon reheating. Fresh vegetables can be included earlier in cooking to ensure softness. Variations with different seasonings or beans can adapt the soup to different tastes or dietary needs.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef lean
- ½ cup onion diced
- 6 cups beef broth
- 14 ounces diced tomatoes with juices, 1 can, canned
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon oregano dried
- ½ teaspoon basil dried
- 1 ½ cups elbow macaroni uncooked
- 1 ½ cups mixed vegetables frozen
Instructions
- In a large soup pot brown beef and onion until no pink remains. Drain any fat.
- Add broth, tomatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Simmer 5 minutes.
- Stir in macaroni noodles and vegetables, simmer an additional 8 minutes or until macaroni is tender. Season with salt & pepper to taste.
- Serve with shredded cheese if desired.
Notes
- Add fresh vegetables before pasta to allow them to soften fully during cooking.
- To prevent noodles from absorbing too much broth when storing leftovers, cook macaroni separately and add to individual servings.
- Modify seasonings and toppings to change the flavor profile; for example, add taco seasoning with avocado, jalapeño, and sour cream for a taco-style soup.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef with beans such as black beans, pinto beans, or black-eyed peas.
- When freezing, omit pasta and add it fresh when reheating for best texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 359 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1.5cups | |
| Calories | 359 | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 51mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 661mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 1083mg | 23% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 2469IU | 49% |
| Vitamin C | 13mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 60mg | 6% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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