Description
This 30-minute one-pot beef and bowtie soup is the perfect quick and hearty meal for any night of the week. Made with savory ground beef, tender bowtie pasta, and a rich tomato-infused broth, it’s a family-friendly dish that requires minimal cleanup and maximum flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 ½ cups bowtie pasta (farfalle)
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 celery stalk, chopped
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup frozen peas
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics – Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Brown the Beef – Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add Vegetables and Seasoning – Stir in carrots, celery, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Let cook for 2 minutes.
- Pour in Liquids and Tomatoes – Add diced tomatoes, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and water. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cook the Pasta – Add bowtie pasta, ensuring it’s submerged. Cook for 8-10 minutes until tender.
- Final Touches – Stir in frozen peas and let cook for 2 more minutes. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve Hot – Enjoy with a slice of Garlic Parmesan Orzo or Parmesan Zucchini Fries for a complete meal.
Notes
- Make it Spicy – Add red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
- Make it Gluten-Free – Use gluten-free pasta and certified GF beef broth.
- For a Creamy Version – Stir in ½ cup of heavy cream at the end.
Storage & Reheating:
- Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freeze in portioned containers for up to 3 months.
- Reheat with a splash of broth or water on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g