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Beef and Macaroni Soup

Cozy Up with Beef and Macaroni Soup: Budget-Friendly Delight

A heartwarming Beef and Macaroni Soup recipe perfect for chilly evenings, this budget-friendly meal is comforting and customizable.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 340

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing vegetables; any neutral oil works if you're out of olive.
  • 1 cup Onion Chopped; yellow or white onions are best.
  • 2 medium Carrots Diced; can use bell peppers as an alternative.
  • 2 stalks Celery Chopped; leeks serve as a suitable substitute.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; essential for flavor.
  • 1 pound Ground Beef (85% lean recommended);
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor; adjust according to preference.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper For seasoning; switch to white pepper if desired.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Infuses an herby profile.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes Adds acidity; fresh tomatoes can be used.
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce Thickens consistency.
  • 4 cups Beef Broth Use low-sodium for balance.
  • 1 cup Water Adjusts consistency.
  • 1.5 cups Elbow Macaroni Provides heartiness; can use small pasta shapes.
  • 1 cup Frozen Corn Optional for sweetness.
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley For garnish.

Equipment

  • large soup pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add 1 chopped onion, 2 diced carrots, and 2 chopped celery stalks, cooking for about 4-5 minutes until softened.
  2. Push the sautéed vegetables to one side of the pot and add 1 pound of ground beef to the empty side. Cook for 5-6 minutes until browned.
  3. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of salt, 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning into the beef mixture. Stir in 1 can of diced tomatoes, 1 cup of tomato sauce, 4 cups of beef broth, and 1 cup of water. Bring to a gentle boil.
  4. Once boiling, reduce to low heat and cover the pot. Allow to simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Stir in 1.5 cups of elbow macaroni and 1 cup of frozen corn. Cook uncovered for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 340kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 24gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Perfect for chilly evenings, this soup is customizable with seasonal veggies for added nutrition.

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