Quarterback Soup

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Score a culinary touchdown with Quarterback Soup, a hearty and flavorful one-pot meal that’s perfect for game day or any cozy gathering. Packed with lean ground beef or turkey, tender veggies like carrots and celery, protein-rich kidney beans, and small pasta, this comforting soup is simmered to perfection in a savory blend of tomatoes, broth, and fragrant Italian herbs like oregano and basil. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a simple stovetop simmer, this recipe is an easy win for busy weeknights. Serve it hot, topped with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, for a bowl of pure comfort that’s as satisfying as your favorite team’s big play. Perfect for feeding a crowd with bold, balanced flavors, Quarterback Soup is a must-try game-changer!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 40 min
• Total Time: 55 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

17 items

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrots, sliced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, sliced
• 1 pound ground beef or turkey
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes, canned (with juice)
• 6 cups beef or chicken broth
• 15 ounces red kidney beans, canned (drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup small pasta (e.g., elbow macaroni or ditalini)
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional for serving)

📝 Instructions

8 steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.

2. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and sliced celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

3. Add the ground beef or turkey to the pot and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat if necessary.

4. Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, broth, drained kidney beans, pasta, bay leaf, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper.

5. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender.

6. Remove the bay leaf and taste the soup, adjusting seasonings as needed.

7. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

8. Serve hot and enjoy your Quarterback Soup!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (3378.7g)

Calories		3066
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		144.7 g	186%
	Saturated Fat	53.6 g	268%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	2.7 g
Cholesterol		410 mg	137%
Sodium		10139 mg	441%
Total Carbohydrate		291.1 g	106%
	Dietary Fiber	39.5 g	141%
	Total Sugars	33.0 g
Protein		168.9 g	338%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		1196 mg	92%
Iron		27.2 mg	151%
Potassium		5251 mg	112%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1302 cal (41.4%%)

Protein: 675 cal (21.5%%)

Carbs: 1164 cal (37.1%%)