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An extreme close-up of a ladle lifting a hearty scoop of Beef and Macaroni Soup. The thick tomato broth, ground beef, and elbow macaroni are clearly visible.

Hearty Beef and Macaroni Soup: A Comforting One-Pot Classic

This hearty Beef and Macaroni Soup is a comforting one-pot meal ready in 40 minutes! It features a rich, thick tomato broth, savory seasoned ground beef, and tender elbow macaroni. An easy and delicious classic the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Lean Ground Beef (85/15 or 90/10) 450g
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil 15ml
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 3 tbsp Tomato Paste 45g
  • 28 oz Crushed Tomatoes 794g can
  • 4 cups Low-Sodium Beef Broth 960ml
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper or to taste
  • 1.5 cups Elbow Macaroni uncooked (about 8oz or 225g)
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped (15g)

Equipment

  • 1 Large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot
  • 1 Wooden spoon
  • 1 Chef's Knife

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and sear, then break into crumbles. Cook until no pink remains, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess grease.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, 4-5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and Italian seasoning and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until it darkens slightly.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and crushed tomatoes, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.
  5. Return soup to a simmer. Stir in the uncooked elbow macaroni and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until al dente. Turn off the heat, stir in the fresh parsley, and serve.

Notes

Don't Rush the Sear: Getting a deep brown crust on your ground beef is critical for flavor.
Cook the Tomato Paste: This extra step adds a savory richness to the final soup.
Al Dente is Key: Cook the pasta until it has a slight bite to prevent it from getting mushy.
Season in Layers: Season the beef as it cooks, then adjust the final soup to build a more complex flavor.