Beef & Tomato Macaroni Soup is a cozy, one-pot meal where tender ground beef, soft vegetables, and small pasta simmer in a tomato-rich broth seasoned with chili powder, oregano, and cumin. It has all the comfort of classic hamburger-macaroni and goulash-style soups—savory, slightly tangy, and hearty enough to be a full dinner in a bowl.
This version leans into bold flavor with sautéed onion, bell pepper, garlic, tomato, and warm spices, then finishes by cooking the macaroni directly in the broth so it soaks up all that goodness. It is simple to prepare, family-friendly, and ideal for busy nights, cold weather, or stocking the freezer with ready-to-heat meals.
Why you’ll love this soup
Beef & Tomato Macaroni Soup uses inexpensive pantry staples—ground beef, canned diced tomatoes, broth, dried spices, and small pasta—to create a filling, nutrient-packed meal. The combination of chili powder, oregano, and optional cumin gives it a familiar, chili-adjacent flavor without turning it into a thick stew, so it still eats like a soup.
Cooking the macaroni in the pot means fewer dishes and more flavor in the pasta, a method used in many beef-and-macaroni soup recipes. The optional corn and fresh herb garnish brighten the bowl, and the soup pairs easily with crusty bread or tortilla chips for a complete, satisfying dinner.
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