Description

A hearty, flavorful soup packed with ground beef, tender noodles, and veggies in a rich, savory broth. Perfect for a cozy family dinner on chilly nights!

Ingredients

For the Soup:

1 lb ground beef

1 medium onion, diced

3 garlic cloves, minced

2 large carrots, sliced

2 celery stalks, chopped

6 cups beef broth

1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juice)

1 teaspoon dried basil

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)

1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)

2 cups egg noodles (or your choice of pasta)

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 tablespoons fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

Cook the Ground Beef:

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks (about 5-7 minutes). Drain any excess fat.

Sauté the Vegetables:

Add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot with the beef. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Simmer the Soup:

Pour in the beef broth, diced tomatoes (with their juice), basil, oregano, smoked paprika (optional), salt, and black pepper. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, allowing the flavors to develop.

Cook the Noodles:

Add the egg noodles to the pot and simmer for another 8-10 minutes, or until the noodles are tender. If the soup gets too thick, you can add a bit more broth or water.

Taste and Adjust:

Taste the soup and adjust the salt and pepper as needed.

Serve:

Ladle the Hamburger Noodle Soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread or a side of crackers.