Description
Busy Day Soup is the ultimate weeknight solution for families craving a hearty and comforting meal. This easy soup recipe combines ground beef, nutritious vegetables, and macaroni in a savory broth, making it a delicious choice that everyone will love. With just 5 minutes of prep time and minimal cleanup thanks to its one-pot cooking method, you can whip this up quickly after a busy day. Whether served as dinner or lunch, Busy Day Soup is versatile enough to fit any occasion. Customize it with your favorite veggies or pasta shapes to make it your own!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- 5 cups water
- 1 can diced tomatoes (28 oz)
- 1 ¾ cup mixed frozen vegetables
- 1 cup macaroni (uncooked)
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a large soup pot until cooked through; drain excess fat.
- Add water, onion soup mix, and diced tomatoes with juice to the pot. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat for about 1 hour.
- Stir in macaroni and mixed frozen vegetables, cooking for an additional 15 minutes on medium heat until pasta is tender. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Feel free to personalize your soup by adding beans for extra protein or switching up the vegetable mix based on what you have at home. For added flavor, consider garnishing with fresh herbs or cheese before serving.