Description
Busy Day Soup is the ultimate comfort food for hectic days. This hearty soup features ground beef, tender pasta, and mixed vegetables in a savory tomato-based broth, making it a quick, satisfying meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s versatile enough to customize with different proteins, pasta types, and vegetables. Whether you’re feeding the family or need a simple dinner solution, this soup is a hit with both kids and adults!
Ingredients
- Ground beef
- Onion soup mix
- Mixed frozen vegetables
- Diced tomatoes with juice
- Water
- Uncooked macaroni
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef: In a large soup pot, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
- Add Base Ingredients: Stir in water, onion soup mix, and diced tomatoes with their juice.
- Simmer: Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat. Let cook for about 1 hour to meld the flavors.
- Incorporate Pasta and Vegetables: Add macaroni and mixed frozen vegetables. Stir well.
- Cook Until Tender: Cook for an additional 15 minutes, or until pasta is tender and vegetables are heated.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy!
Notes
- To make the soup spicier, add red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
- You can substitute ground beef with turkey, chicken, or sausage.
- Fresh vegetables like zucchini or spinach can be used in place of frozen vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
