Homemade Ground Beef Pasta Soup Recipe
This homemade ground beef pasta soup is a hearty and comforting dish combining rich beef broth, tender macaroni, and mixed vegetables. Simmered with aromatic herbs and tomato paste, this soup bursts with robust flavors and makes a perfect meal for chilly days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1.5 cups frozen mixed vegetables
Liquids and Canned Goods
- 6 cups beef broth
- 14 oz diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
Seasonings and Spices
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 whole bay leaf
Carbohydrates
- 1.75 cups macaroni
Instructions
- Brown the beef and onion: Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and chopped onion, breaking the beef apart with a spoon as it cooks until browned and the onion is softened, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat, leaving a thin coating to carry flavor.
- Add tomato paste: Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to deepen its flavor and blend smoothly into the mix.
- Combine broth and seasonings: Pour in beef broth, diced tomatoes with juices, Worcestershire sauce, dried oregano, dried basil, garlic powder, and bay leaf. Stir well to combine and dissolve the tomato paste.
- Simmer the soup: Bring soup to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to medium-low and gently simmer for 5 minutes to infuse flavors.
- Add pasta and vegetables: Stir macaroni and frozen mixed vegetables into the simmering soup. Return to a gentle boil, then simmer uncovered for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is tender and vegetables are heated through.
- Finish and serve: Remove bay leaf, taste, and season with salt and pepper as desired. Ladle into bowls and serve hot.
Notes
- Leaving a small amount of fat after draining enhances flavor and richness.
- Simmering with tomato paste before adding broth prevents a raw tomato taste.
- The pasta thickens the soup as it cooks, so adjust broth quantity for desired consistency.
- Use any small pasta or vegetable mix you prefer for customization.
- For a richer soup, consider adding a sprinkle of Parmesan before serving.
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