This soup is hearty, satisfying and delicious. It's ready in a little more than 30 minutes so it's a perfect weeknight meal.
1 lb. ground beef
1/2 c. diced white or yellow onion
6 c. beef broth/stock
14 oz. can diced tomatoes
2 T. tomato paste
1 t. Worcestershire sauce
1/2 t. oregano
1/2 t. dried basil
1 1/2 c. elbow macaroni, uncooked (or preferred pasta or egg noodles)
1 1/2 c. frozen mixed vegetables or leftover veggies, like green beans, corn, peas, carrots
salt and black pepper, to taste
In a large soup pot/Dutch oven, brown the beef and onion until no pink remains. Discard excess fat.
Add broth/stock, tomatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings. Bring to a boil; simmer 5 minutes.
Stir in pasta and vegetables, simmer 8-10 minutes or until pasta is tender.
Salt and pepper to taste.
6 servings.