Beef and Macaroni Delight Soup Recipe
This hearty beef and macaroni soup combines ground beef, vegetables, and pasta in a flavorful broth, making it a comforting meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 medium carrots peeled and diced
- 2 stalks celery diced
- 1 medium bell pepper diced
- 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes, with juice
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup elbow macaroni
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- to taste salt
- to taste freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- for garnish fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add ground beef, breaking it into smaller pieces, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Drain excess fat from the pot.
- Stir in diced carrots, celery, and bell pepper; cook for 5 minutes.
- Add diced tomatoes, beef broth, oregano, basil, paprika, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to a simmer and add elbow macaroni; cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente.
- Taste and adjust seasoning; add more broth or water if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
Adjust the thickness of the soup by adding more broth or water as needed.