Hearty Soups (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1-2 tablespoons Olive Oil.
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1 pound Ground Beef.
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1 large Onion, diced.
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4 cloves Garlic, minced.
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1 (15-ounce) can Diced Tomatoes (do not drain).
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1 (15-ounce) can Tomato Sauce or tomato puree.
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3 ounces Tomato Paste (1/4 cup).
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4 cups Chicken Broth.
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1-2 cups Water (or more as needed to adjust consistency).
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1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning.
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1 teaspoon Sea Salt (or more as needed to adjust flavor).
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Black Pepper to taste.
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8 ounces Bowtie Pasta (uncooked).
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Suggested toppings: 1/2 cup Ricotta Cheese, 2 ounces shredded Mozzarella Cheese (about 1/2 cup), 1/4 cup shaved, shredded, or fresh grated Parmesan Cheese, 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley, chopped.
# Instructions:
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Heat a 4.5-quart soup pot over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and heat until shimmering.
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Add ground beef, onions, and garlic. Sauté until the beef is cooked through, stirring as needed. Drain excess fat, if necessary.
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Stir in diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato sauce, tomato paste, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and pasta noodles.
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Increase heat to high and bring the soup to a boil.
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Reduce heat to a medium simmer and cook soup for 10-15 minutes until the pasta is cooked, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
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Add additional water or broth if needed to reach the desired consistency.
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For serving: Either add ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese to the entire soup or serve on the side for individual portions. Garnish with fresh parsley.
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Cool completely and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 90 days.
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To reheat: Add more water or broth as the noodles absorb much of the broth during storage.
# Notes:
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This soup is great for meal prep, as it can be stored in the fridge for a few days and tastes even better as the flavors meld.
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Adding toppings individually allows for customization and ensures that each person can adjust the cheese level to their taste.
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For a vegetarian version, replace ground beef with plant-based meat and use vegetable broth.