Creamy Ground Beef Pasta Soup
Who is this recipe for? Well, it's for busy parents that don't want to spend a lot of time cooking. It's also for parents that don't want to spend time cooking something their kids won't eat. Come to think of it, this recipe is also for anyone who just wants an affordable and delicious meal. So, to answer the original question, we guess this recipe is for everyone.*Recipe created by the Kansas Beef Council
Ingredients:
- 1 pound lean Ground Beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 2-3 cloves minced garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups beef stock
- 1 jar (24 oz) spaghetti sauce
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 2 cups uncooked pasta
- 4 oz cream cheese
- Fresh basil, optional
- Parmesan cheese, optional
Cooking Instructions:
- Heat large nonstick stock pot over medium heat until hot. Add Ground Beef and onion; cook 8 to 10 minutes, breaking into 3/4-inch crumbles and stirring occasionally. Pour off drippings, if needed. Add Italian seasoning, garlic, salt and pepper, to taste.
- Add beef stock, spaghetti sauce, tomato sauce and pasta to pot and let simmer for approximately 10-12 minutes.
- Add cream cheese and mix well. Continue simmering until pasta is tender and soup is thickened to your liking. Garnish with fresh basil and parmesan cheese.