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Beef Macaroni Soup

A hearty and flavorful soup combining ground beef, tomatoes, beef broth, and elbow macaroni, seasoned with herbs and spices for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small white onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 (29 oz) can tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  3. Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until no longer pink. Drain excess fat if needed.
  4. Stir in beef broth, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, basil, oregano, thyme, and bay leaves.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. Add elbow macaroni and continue simmering until pasta is tender, about 10 minutes more.
  7. Remove bay leaves, adjust seasoning as needed, and serve hot.

Notes

For best flavor, simmer the soup to allow the herbs and spices to meld. You can top with shredded cheddar cheese for extra richness. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

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