Hearty Homestyle Beef & Macaroni Soup
This Classic Beef & Macaroni Soup is the ultimate comfort food — rich, hearty, and packed with tender pasta, savory beef, and wholesome vegetables. A cozy one-pot meal that tastes just like childhood memories!
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, diced
2 celery stalks, chopped
2 carrots, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
5 cups beef broth
1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
1 tbsp olive oil
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Cook the Beef
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess grease if needed.
Sauté the Vegetables
Add the onion, celery, carrots, and garlic. Cook for 4–5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Build the Soup
Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
Add the Pasta
Stir in the elbow macaroni and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for 10–12 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
Serve & Enjoy
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve warm with crusty bread.
Serving Tip
For extra richness, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top just before serving. Perfect for chilly evenings or easy family dinners!
