BEEF AND TOMATO MACARONI SOUP
"Savor the heartiness of Beef and Tomato Macaroni Soup - a comforting bowl of flavorful goodness. Easy, wholesome, and perfect for a cozy meal!"
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 32 ounces beef broth
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 10.75-ounce cans condensed cream of tomato soup
- 2 cups uncooked pasta
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups water
- 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes, undrained
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Add 1 chopped onion, 1 chopped green bell pepper, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté until the onion mixture begins to soften, about 5-6 minutes.
- Add 1 pound of ground beef, crumbling it with a wooden spoon, and cook until there is no longer any pink. Drain off excess fat.
- Stir in 2 teaspoons of chili powder, 2 teaspoons of oregano, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper. Cook over medium heat for 1-2 minutes.
- Add 2 (10.75-ounce) cans of condensed cream of tomato soup, 1 (15-ounce) can of diced tomatoes with their juice, 32 ounces of beef broth, and 4 cups of water.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then add 2 cups of pasta. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until the pasta is just al dente.
- Adjust seasoning and serve.
Notes
If you're a fan of chili mac, consider adding a teaspoon or two of cumin to give this soup a Mexican flair. Top it off with a sprinkle of shredded Mexican cheese blend and some chopped cilantro before serving.
While homemade stock is optimal, convenient store-bought options with a homemade flavor are readily available. Look for low-sodium versions if you're mindful of salt intake.
In a time crunch, you can substitute Better than Bouillon for beef broth. Simply mix 1 ½ tablespoons into 32 oz. of water, and you can even do this directly in the pot instead of dissolving the bouillon in water first.
While homemade stock is optimal, convenient store-bought options with a homemade flavor are readily available. Look for low-sodium versions if you're mindful of salt intake.
In a time crunch, you can substitute Better than Bouillon for beef broth. Simply mix 1 ½ tablespoons into 32 oz. of water, and you can even do this directly in the pot instead of dissolving the bouillon in water first.