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hearty beef macaroni soup

Beef and Macaroni Soup

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This hearty beef and macaroni soup combines tender ground beef, vegetables, and pasta in a savory tomato broth. Ready in about 45 minutes, it's perfect for busy weeknights and even better the next day as leftovers.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 medium carrots peeled and diced
  • 2 celery ribs diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound ground beef 85% lean
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup elbow macaroni uncooked
  • 1 cup frozen corn optional
  • fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 4-5 minutes until softened, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds more.
  4. Push vegetables to the side of the pot and add ground beef. Break it apart with a spoon as it browns, about 5-6 minutes. Drain excess fat if desired.
  5. Season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  6. Add diced tomatoes with juice, tomato sauce, beef broth, and water.
  7. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes to combine flavors.
  8. Add uncooked macaroni and frozen corn (if using). Continue simmering until pasta is tender, about 8-10 minutes.
  9. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

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