Hungry Man's Frugal Hamburger Soup
Hungry Man's Frugal Hamburger Soup is just the meal to make when you're trying to make a comforting meal for the whole family without breaking the bank. This delicious ground beef soup is perfect for a cold night or a hearty lunch. This is one of those meals that you'll love because it pleases a crowd. Don't worry about those fussy eaters, this soup tastes just like their favorite hamburger but it's served in a bowl. Ground beef, macaroni noodles, tomato sauce and shredded Cheddar make this soup hard to resist but easy to throw together! Serve it with a side of crusty bread for dipping and you've got yourself the perfect family meal for under your family budget!
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon basil
- 1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1 envelope dry onion soup mix
- 3 cup water
- 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 cup sliced celery
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 1 cup macaroni, cooked and drained
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan or Cheddar cheese
For another take on this delicious recipe, try one of our blogger favorites,Comforting Cheeseburger Soup
Instructions
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In a skillet over medium heat, brown beef. Add beef into slow cooker.
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Add salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and soup mix.
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Stir in soy sauce, tomato sauce, and water; then add celery and carrots.
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Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours.
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Add cooked macaroni and stir well. Let sit for 5 minutes.
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Serve with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.