Just make sure you let it thaw and/or reheat it slowly so the macaroni doesn’t fall apart from all the stirring. Leftovers actually freeze really well too, and it’s always nice to have a container or two of soup in the freezer for those nights when you’re really strapped for time. I mentioned loving leftovers, and this soup is even better the next day. Tubular pasta, in general, maximizes surface area for absorbing all the flavors of this soup and cooking it in the soup itself capitalizes on this. It’s also the perfect size for ensuring a well-rounded, equitable spoonful of beef, tomato chunks, and pasta. Although either will work in this recipe, elbow macaroni is what I usually have on hand and it’s more readily available in the grocery store.
The curved “elbow” style we love here in the states is called chifferi or gomiti. You should note that if you’re ever in Italy, ordering maccheroni will get you a dish with long, straight tubular pasta. Everyone loves Chili Mac, of course, heck even Chef Boyardee knows what a classic combo this is! Macaroni is an obvious choice for all the beefy, tomato flavor going on in this soup.
#Hamburger macaroni soup skin#
(There’s also a tradition of rubbing those leftover oils onto your skin if you want to dream about your future spouse, though I’m pretty sure I’d just dream about pizza.) Like most dried herbs you can get a head start on its flavor by rubbing it between your palms to release all the essential oils before you drop it into your soup. Oregano means “joy of the mountain” in ancient Greek, and it’s a staple in the balmy Mediterranean (it also has four times the number of antioxidants as blueberries!). Oregano kinda goes great with any savory dish, so it’s a no-brainer for this soup, and the earthy quality really grounds the brightness of the tomatoes. I also love the way chili powder deepens the red color of this soup.
#Hamburger macaroni soup plus#
Chili powder isn’t just ground chilies (that’s cayenne) it also has a little cumin, garlic powder, paprika, and oregano, among other things, so it adds a little heat plus tons of other flavors. Those spices I mentioned are chili powder and crushed oregano. It mingles really well with the beef broth and adds that little hint of something special to this soup that others won’t quite be able to put their finger on. It adds mellow tomato flavor to balance the acidic diced version, plus it helps thicken the soup a little.Ĭream of tomato soup also has a touch of milk or cream, which adds some additional richness and gives the soup a little more velvety mouthfeel. Rather than just using canned tomatoes, I like to incorporate cream of tomato soup. The ground beef in this dish is my go-to, favorite ratio, an 80/20 ground chuck, with tons of beefy flavor and a richness that holds up nicely in this soup against the tomatoes and forward-facing spices. The oil in your skillet will get hotter than that measly 212 degrees, so it’s the perfect tool for breaking down the aromatics and extracting all their flavors. Many ingredients won’t release all their flavor until they reach a high temperature (like higher than the boiling point of water or stock). I know we all get in a hurry, and it may be tempting to skip this saute step, but it’s really an important part of building a flavorful soup or stew. White onions will work well too, but I don’t recommend Vidalia or Walla Walla onions that really can be a little too sweet for this soup. Yellow or Spanish onions are my favorite all-purpose varieties since they have a good balance of strong, spicy flavor and a subtle sweetness. The aromatic base starts with onions, garlic, and bell peppers which create a strong, flavor-packed foundation. The best part is that it’ll be ready to dish out in less time than it takes to find those big, roasting marshmallows buried in the back of your pantry.
#Hamburger macaroni soup full#
This is a hearty soup with a thick, tomato-filled broth full of tender macaroni and beef, a real stick-to-your-insides meal that will give you plenty of energy to tackle your afternoon or a satisfied stomach ready to stretch out in the evenings and watch the fireplace crackle (even if it’s just one of those flickering on your TV screen).
My Beef and Tomato Macaroni soup, basically comfort in a bowl, fits the bill for sure, and you’re likely to find some bubbling away on the stovetop in my kitchen on any given Sunday. Most soups take minimal effort to put together with maximum flavor payoff, plus there are usually plenty of leftovers to dip into throughout the week between football practice, or shopping, or building Pinterest pages of my favorite holiday decorations. Time savers equal lifesavers in the kitchen, and a big pot of warm, soul-soothing soup is one of my fall favorites. This simple but satisfying, hearty Beef and Tomato Macaroni Soup will be a repeat visitor to your dining table when the temperatures drop and appetites grow.
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