Beef Macaroni Soup Recipe

Comfort food at its finest! This hearty Beef Macaroni Soup is a family favorite, featuring tender ground beef, perfectly cooked macaroni, and a rich tomato broth. We sneak in extra veggies with diced carrots, and a tangy twist with red wine vinegar (or apple cider vinegar for a milder taste). Get ready for a warm, satisfying meal that's perfect for a chilly evening.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 274.1 kcal
Protein 35g
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Ingredients for Beef Macaroni Soup

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1/2 cup red wine (or apple cider vinegar)
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato puree
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 cup elbow macaroni
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup chopped carrots

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How to Make Beef Macaroni Soup

  1. Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large pot over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease and set the beef aside.
  2. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to the pot. Sauté 1 medium onion and 2 celery stalks, chopped, until softened and translucent (about 5 minutes).
  3. Stir in 1/2 cup red wine (or apple cider vinegar) and 1 (28 ounce) can of crushed tomatoes. Add 1 (15 ounce) can of tomato puree and 1 cup of chopped carrots. Bring to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste).
  5. While the sauce simmers, cook 1 cup elbow macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain well.
  6. Add the cooked macaroni and browned ground beef to the tomato mixture. Stir in 4 cups of beef broth. Simmer for 15 minutes, or until heated through and flavors have melded.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

53 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

19g

Carbs

6g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Beef Macaroni Soup?

Beef Macaroni Soup takes about 95 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Beef Macaroni Soup?

Beef Macaroni Soup has approximately 274.1 calories per serving, with about 35 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 21 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Beef Macaroni Soup?

The key ingredients for Beef Macaroni Soup are Ground Beef, Oil, Onion, Celery, Red Wine, Tomato Puree. See the full list with measurements above.

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