This hamburger macaroni soup recipe is comfort food at its finest. Juicy ground beef is simmered in a rich beef broth with perfectly cooked veggies and al dente macaroni noodles. It's warm, comforting, and so satisfying. I could make this soup every day of the week!
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My Take On Hamburger Macaroni Soup
I don't know about you, but I love a big bowl of warm noodle soup. Out of all the soup recipes you can make, I think this is one of the best ones.
It has ground beef simmered in a rich tomato and beef broth, along with tender veggies and macaroni noodles. The combination of flavors and textures is perfect, and the balance of seasonings makes a rich, hearty soup that gets better with each spoonful.
It's so delicious I could easily eat the entire pot of soup myself! I typically make a double batch since it's so good leftover, too, and makes an easy dinner my family really enjoys.
I think the soup is super filling all on its own, but when I really want to take my meal over the top, I'll whip up this Cheesecake Factory brown bread to soak up every last bit of broth.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
One pot meal. Everything you'll need to make this hamburger soup comes together in just one pot, which I love because that makes cleanup a breeze!
So convenient. This recipe calls for ground beef, dried pasta, frozen mixed veggies, and a handful of simple seasonings. If I have the beef, I usually always have those ingredients on hand, so hopefully, you do too.
Family favorite. This is definitely one of my family's favorite soup recipes. They're always looking forward to me making this delicious dish, and that makes me happy because it's so easy to make.
Ingredients
- Ground beef- I like to use 80% lean and 20% fat.
- Elbow macaroni- you can really use any noodles that you want, I just love the elbow noodles.
- Frozen mixed vegetables- use your favorite veggies!
- Celery salt- this is my secret ingredient that makes the flavor so good.
- Black pepper- for a slight spice.
- Oregano- for a slightly herby flavor. If you want more flavor, you can use Italian seasoning instead.
- Bay leaf- for extra flavor.
- Tomato sauce- to give the broth a delicious flavor and slightly thicker texture.
- Beef cubes- I think bouillon cubes have so much more flavor than
How To Make Hamburger Macaroni Soup
1. Cook ground beef. In a large pot, brown the ground beef breaking it apart until it's browned on all sides. Make sure to constantly stir the beef to prevent it from burning.
2. Make the broth. Add 6 cups of water and two beef bouillon cubes and bring it to a boil. Then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until the meat is completely soft. Add the tomato sauce and continue to cook for 5 minutes.
3. Add veggies and seasonings. To the pot, add the frozen mixed veggies and cook for 5 minutes. Then season with the celery salt, salt, black pepper, oregano, and bay leaves.
4. Cook the macaroni. Add the elbow macaroni to the pot and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and cook for 10-15 minutes or until the macaroni is cooked to al dente.
5. Garnish and serve. When the soup is ready, remove the bay leaves from the pot. Garnish the soup with optional chopped parsley and serve hamburger macaroni soup warm. Enjoy!
My Pro Tips To Make The Best Recipe
- I always serve the soup with a little parmesan cheese or sour cream on top for added flavor.
- If you don't have tomato sauce, mix 3 tablespoons of tomato paste with 1 ½ cups of water for a similar flavor. Or you can use canned diced tomatoes instead.
- Any frozen vegetables will taste great in this soup, so feel free to use any that you want. I like to use peas, corn, green beans, and carrots.
- Cook the beef the day before to save some time.
How To Store and Reheat Leftovers
In the fridge: Store leftover soup in an airtight container and keep it in the fridge for up to 4 days.
In the freezer: Allow the leftover soup to cool completely, then transfer it to a freezer-safe airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheating: My favorite way to reheat the leftover soup is to put it back in a pot and heat it over medium heat, stirring frequently, until it's warm. I usually add a little extra broth or water as it's simmering. Allow the frozen soup to thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
More Soup Recipes To Try Next
- Seafood soup
- Cabbage soup
- Potato leek soup
- Rotisserie chicken noodle soup
- Copycat Panera broccoli cheese soup
One Pot Hamburger Macaroni Soup
This hamburger macaroni soup recipe is comfort food at its finest. Juicy ground beef is simmered in a rich beef broth with perfectly cooked veggies and al dente macaroni noodles. It's warm, comforting, and so satisfying. I could make this soup every day of the week!
Ingredients
- 1lb. ground beef
- 1½ cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
- 1½ cups frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 tsp. celery salt
- ½ tsp. black pepper
- 1 tsp. oregano
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 beef bouillon cubes
Instructions
- In a large soup pot, brown the beef breaking it apart and stirring until no pink remains.
- Add 6 cups of water and two beef bouillon cubes and bring to a boil. Simmer for 20 minutes until the meat is completely soft.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, and cook for 5 minutes.
- Next, add frozen vegetables and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Season with celery salt, salt and black pepper, oregano, and bay leaves.
- Add in the elbow macaroni and then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook covered for 10-15 minutes or until the macaroni is cooked to al dente.
- When the soup is ready, remove the bay leaves. Sprinkle with chopped parsley, optional, and serve warm.
Nutrition Information:
Serving Size:
1 cupAmount Per Serving: Calories: 294Total Fat: 13gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 0mgCarbohydrates: 26gFiber: 2gSugar: 0gProtein: 20g
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