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A bowl of vegetable beef soup with macaroni, peas, corn, carrots, tomatoes, and ground beef, placed on a white wooden table next to a striped napkin.
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Poor Man's Soup

Hearty, cozy, and super affordable, this Poor Man’s Soup is everything you want on a chilly night. It’s made with ground beef, pasta, canned tomatoes, and frozen veggies for a filling one-pot dinner you’ll turn to again and again.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: soup
Servings: 6
Calories: 380kcal
Author: Sophie Viau

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 6 cups beef broth
  • 19 ounces diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 ½ cups elbow macaroni uncooked
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Large soup pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Ladle

Notes

  • Don’t have Worcestershire? Use soy sauce or skip it.
  • Add a can of beans for extra protein and texture.
  • Want more veggies? Throw in chopped spinach or kale at the end.
  • This soup thickens as it cools — add broth or water when reheating.

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 978mg | Potassium: 810mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 923IU | Vitamin C: 47mg | Calcium: 79mg | Iron: 4mg
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