Friendship Soup
Warm your heart and your table with Friendship Soup, a wholesome, one-pot wonder that's perfect for sharing with loved ones. This comforting soup combines tender ground beef, hearty beans, and vibrant vegetables like carrots and celery, all simmered in a rich beef broth enhanced with aromatic oregano and basil. The addition of chewy elbow macaroni turns it into a satisfying meal, while optional toppings like fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese add a finishing touch of flavor. Ready in just an hour with minimal prep, this easy-to-make soup delivers robust, homestyle flavors that appeal to all ages. Whether you're gathering around the table with friends or simply craving a cozy, protein-packed dinner, Friendship Soup is a heartwarming choice that lives up to its name.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 medium, diced carrots
- 2 diced celery stalks
- 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 15 ounces, drained and rinsed canned kidney beans
- 15 ounces, drained and rinsed canned black beans
- 6 cups beef broth
- 1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional for garnish) parsley
- 0.25 cup (optional for serving) grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Heat a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess grease and return the beef to the pot.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
Stir in the diced carrots and celery. Cook for another 5 minutes to soften the vegetables slightly.
Pour in the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), drained kidney beans, and black beans. Stir to combine.
Add the beef broth, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring the soup to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let the soup simmer for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Stir in the uncooked elbow macaroni. Cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
Ladle the Friendship Soup into bowls. Garnish with chopped parsley and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy this hearty soup with friends!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3214 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.0 g | 155% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.1 g | 226% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 337 mg | 112% | |
| Sodium | 12378 mg | 538% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 346.7 g | 126% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 102.7 g | 367% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.8 g | ||
| Protein | 199.4 g | 399% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1280 mg | 98% | |
| Iron | 43.1 mg | 239% | |
| Potassium | 9299 mg | 198% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
