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Bowl of Easy Hamburger Macaroni Soup with beef and pasta ingredients

Easy Hamburger Macaroni Soup

A hearty one-pot soup featuring ground beef, macaroni, and a savory tomato broth that's quick to prepare and perfect for cold nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Ground beef Lean is great, but any works if drained.
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or white.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh or from a jar.
  • 4 cups Beef broth Or bouillon plus water.
  • 14.5 oz Diced tomatoes Fire roasted for extra flavor.
  • 8 oz Tomato sauce Adds richness to the broth.
  • 2 cups Elbow macaroni Or small shells, whatever you have.
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning Or a mix of oregano and basil.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pepper
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Frozen mixed vegetables For added nutrition.
  • to taste Chili flakes For spice.
  • to taste Shredded cheddar For serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain excess grease.
  2. Stir in chopped onion and cook until softened, then add garlic and stir until fragrant.
  3. Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir well, scraping any browned bits.
  4. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer for about 10 minutes.
  5. Stir in the elbow macaroni and cook until tender, about 8 to 10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  6. Taste the broth, adjusting salt and pepper as needed. For a richer taste, you can add shredded cheddar into each bowl before serving.

Notes

Serve with crackers, garlic toast, or a simple salad. To avoid overcooking the pasta, consider cooking it separately if you plan for leftovers.