Delicious Ground Beef Pasta Soup
A warming soup featuring hearty ground beef, nutritious vegetables, and tender pasta, all simmered in a rich broth—perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Meat and Base Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef You can use ground turkey, chicken, or sausage for a different flavor.
- 6 cups beef broth Feel free to substitute with vegetable broth.
Vegetables
- 1 medium onion, chopped Cook it until translucent.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Add this after the onion for flavor.
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes Drained or undrained as preferred.
Seasoning and Pasta
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 leaf bay leaf Remove before serving.
- 2 cups small pasta (like elbow or shell) Cook according to package instructions for best results.
- to taste salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.
Garnish
- to taste fresh parsley, chopped Use for garnish before serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess fat after it's browned.
- Add the chopped onion and cook for about 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the diced carrots, celery, and bell pepper to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes or until softened.
Cooking
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, beef broth, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
- After simmering, add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes.
- Remove the bay leaf and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Serving
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
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Notes
For enhanced flavor, consider adding a splash of Worcestershire sauce while browning the beef. You can customize this soup by adding vegetables like zucchini or spinach, or switch the pasta to suit dietary needs.