Creamy Ground Beef and Macaroni Tomato Soup
Indulge in the heartwarming goodness of Creamy Ground Beef and Macaroni Tomato Soup, a dish that seamlessly combines rich flavors with comforting textures. This delightful soup is perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, bringing smiles to both kids and adults alike. Made with lean ground beef, whole wheat macaroni, and a creamy tomato base, this one-pot meal is not only quick to prepare but also easy to customize according to your family’s preferences. With its velvety texture enhanced by cream cheese and fresh basil, this soup is sure to become a staple in your household.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 onion (diced)
- 3 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 26 ounces spaghetti sauce
- 14 ounces diced tomatoes (drained)
- 4 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
- ¼ cup fresh basil (roughly chopped, divided)
- 1 ½ cups whole wheat elbow macaroni
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is no longer pink. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and oregano; stir well to combine.
- Pour in chicken stock, spaghetti sauce, and drained diced tomatoes. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes.
- Whisk in cream cheese until fully blended; stir in half of the chopped basil.
- Add elbow macaroni, cover, and cook for another 10 minutes or until pasta is tender.
- Serve hot, garnished with remaining basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg