Hearty Beef & Macaroni Soup – Comfort in a Bowl
This comforting beef and macaroni soup blends tender ground beef, a rich tomato-beef broth, hearty pasta, and mixed vegetables into a warm and satisfying one-pot meal perfect for cozy evenings or quick lunches.
Equipment
- Large soup pot
- Spatula
Ingredients
Soup Base
- 1 lb prime ground beef
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
- 6 cups rich beef stock
- 14 oz fresh chopped tomatoes
- 2 tbsp sundried tomato purée
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp crushed oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried sweet basil
- 1.5 cups uncooked elbow pasta
- 1.5 cups quick-freeze mixed vegetables
Instructions
- In a large soup pot, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat, then add chopped red onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Add the beef stock, chopped tomatoes, and sundried tomato purée. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, oregano, and dried basil. Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add the uncooked elbow pasta and mixed vegetables. Stir, bring back to a simmer, and cook for 10–12 minutes or until pasta is al dente.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, more Worcestershire sauce, or tomato purée if desired.
- Serve hot and garnish with fresh herbs, grated cheese, or a spoonful of yogurt or cream.
Notes
Use whole-wheat or gluten-free pasta if preferred. Swap beef for turkey to lighten the dish. Add fresh basil or parsley at the end for added freshness.