Ingredients
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- Prepare the Pot and Ingredients: Heat a 4.5-quart soup pot over medium-high heat. Once the pot is warm, add olive oil and heat it until it shimmers.
- Sauté the Beef and Vegetables: Add the ground beef, diced onions, and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté until the beef is fully cooked, stirring as needed to break up the meat. If there’s excess fat, drain it before proceeding.
- Add the Tomatoes and Broth: Stir in the diced tomatoes (including their juices), tomato sauce, and tomato paste. Pour in the chicken broth, followed by the Italian seasoning, sea salt, and black pepper.
- Add Pasta and Simmer: Stir in the uncooked bowtie pasta. Increase the heat to high to bring the soup to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and simmer for about 10-15 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked to your desired texture. Stir occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking together. If the broth becomes too thick, add water in small amounts to adjust the consistency.
- Serving Suggestions: You have two options for serving the cheese toppings:
- Option 1: Stir the ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan into the whole pot of soup.
- Option 2: Serve the cheeses on the side, allowing each person to add their preferred amount to individual bowls.
Instructions
- Prepare the Pot and Ingredients: Heat a 4.5-quart soup pot over medium-high heat. Once the pot is warm, add olive oil and heat it until it shimmers.
- Sauté the Beef and Vegetables: Add the ground beef, diced onions, and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté until the beef is fully cooked, stirring as needed to break up the meat. If there’s excess fat, drain it before proceeding.
- Add the Tomatoes and Broth: Stir in the diced tomatoes (including their juices), tomato sauce, and tomato paste. Pour in the chicken broth, followed by the Italian seasoning, sea salt, and black pepper.
- Add Pasta and Simmer: Stir in the uncooked bowtie pasta. Increase the heat to high to bring the soup to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and simmer for about 10-15 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked to your desired texture. Stir occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking together. If the broth becomes too thick, add water in small amounts to adjust the consistency.
- Serving Suggestions: You have two options for serving the cheese toppings:
- Option 1: Stir the ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan into the whole pot of soup.
- Option 2: Serve the cheeses on the side, allowing each person to add their preferred amount to individual bowls.
Notes
- Sturdy Pasta: Select a sturdy pasta like bowtie, rigatoni, or penne, as they hold up well in soup. Avoid using lasagna noodles, which can become mushy, especially in leftovers.
- Substituting Meat: You can substitute the ground beef with ground turkey or Italian sausage for a different flavor profile.
- Thicker Soup: If you prefer a thicker soup, use canned crushed tomatoes instead of diced tomatoes.
- No Tomato Products? No problem! You can replace the tomato sauce and paste with a 24-ounce jar of marinara sauce and 1 cup of water.
- Reheating Tip: When reheating leftovers, add a small amount of water or broth to maintain the soup’s consistency, as the noodles tend to absorb the broth over time.
- Prep Time: 15minutes
- Cook Time: 30minutes