Description
This Hamburger Soup with Macaroni is a hearty, budget-friendly meal packed with ground beef, tender pasta, and vegetables in a flavorful tomato-based broth. It’s a comforting one-pot dish perfect for chilly nights or an easy weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 4 cups beef broth (or chicken broth)
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
- 1 cup frozen corn or green beans (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook the Beef & Vegetables
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Stir in the onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
- Step 2: Add Liquids & Simmer
- Pour in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and beef broth.
- Add the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, then bring the soup to a gentle simmer.
- Cover and let simmer for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Step 3: Cook the Macaroni
- Stir in the uncooked elbow macaroni and continue cooking for 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
- If using frozen corn or green beans, add them in the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Step 4: Serve & Enjoy
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Ladle into bowls and serve hot with crusty bread or crackers.
Notes
- Make It Creamy: Stir in ½ cup of heavy cream at the end for a richer, creamier soup.
- Add More Protein: Toss in a can of drained kidney beans for extra heartiness.
- Storage: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. If reheating, add extra broth as the pasta will absorb liquid over time.
- Freezing Tip: If freezing, cook the soup without the macaroni. When ready to serve, cook fresh macaroni separately and stir it in before eating.
Nutrition
- Calories: ~320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: Toss in a can of drained kidney beans for extra heartiness.
- Cholesterol: 40mg