Description
Beef Macaroni Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings or any time you crave something warm and hearty. This delightful dish features tender ground beef and perfectly cooked macaroni enveloped in a rich, savory broth. With the addition of nutritious vegetables like carrots and green beans, this soup is not only filling but also packed with flavor. The best part? It comes together in under an hour, making it ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup elbow macaroni
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup green beans, chopped
- Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 5 to 7 minutes; drain excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté for about 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, beef broth, carrots, green beans, and Italian seasoning; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Add elbow macaroni and cook until tender according to package instructions.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Soups
- Cuisine: Comfort food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Feel free to add more vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for extra nutrition. To make it a heartier dish, you can add more pasta or reduce the broth slightly.