Slow Cooker Beef Macaroni Soup
Hungry for something comforting and budget-friendly? This Slow Cooker Beef Macaroni Soup combines savory beef, tender pasta, and hearty vegetables in a rich broth the whole family will love.
This soup recipe was inspired by my Thick Sourdough Sandwich Focaccia, that fluffy, crusty bread is a perfect match to soak up every drop of this soup.
Quick Look
- Prep time: 5 mins.
- Cook time: 4 hours on high / 7-8 hours on low.
- Servings: 4-6.
- Main ingredients: Ground beef, macaroni, frozen vegetables, diced tomatoes, beef broth
- Cooking method: Slow cooker 🡢 simmer
- Difficulty: Easy
- Serving ideas: Garnish with shredded cheese or green onions, serve with bread or biscuits
Jump to:
- Quick Look
- Important Ingredients
- Substitutions & Variations
- How to Make Slow Cooker Cheesy Beef Macaroni Soup
- 💭Crucial Success Tips
- Recipe FAQs
- How To Store Slow Cooker Cheesy Beef Macaroni Soup
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Important Ingredients
- Ground beef brings hearty flavor and richness to the soup making it filling and satisfying
- Frozen mixed vegetables add color texture and a bit of natural sweetness that balances the savory broth
- Diced tomatoes give the soup a fresh tangy lift and help create that deliciously rich base
- Beef broth ties everything together with deep flavor and a cozy homemade feel
- Salt and pepper keep the seasoning simple but perfectly balanced to enhance every bite
- Elbow macaroni noodles make the soup heartier and soak up all that cheesy beefy goodness
See recipe card for quantities.
Substitutions & Variations
- Gluten-free: Use gluten-free macaroni.
- Vegetarian: Replace ground beef with plant-based crumbles.
- Deluxe: Add extra shredded cheese, crispy onions, or a dash of hot sauce.
- Kid-friendly: Toss in crushed potato chips on top for a fun crunch.
How to Make Slow Cooker Cheesy Beef Macaroni Soup
Step 1: In a medium pan, cook the ground beef (Image 1) over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess grease.
Step 2: Add the cooked beef, frozen vegetables, diced tomatoes, beef broth, salt, and pepper to the crockpot (Image 2).
Step 3: Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 7-8 hours (Image 3).
Step 4: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the uncooked macaroni (Image 4) so it cooks in the soup.
Step 5: Ladle into bowls (Image 5).
Step 6: Serve and enjoy hot (Image 6)!
Hint: If you prefer, cook the noodles separately and add them right before serving so they don't soak up all the broth.
💭Crucial Success Tips
Don't overcook the noodles, add them toward the end for perfectly tender macaroni. Adjust seasoning before serving to balance flavors.
Recipe FAQs
Yes! Simmer everything together on medium heat for about 30 minutes, adding the noodles last.
Add the uncooked macaroni only about 30 minutes before the soup is done cooking. If making stovetop, add it in the last 10 minutes of simmering.
Absolutely! Replace ground beef with plant-based crumbles and use vegetable broth instead of beef broth.
How To Store Slow Cooker Cheesy Beef Macaroni Soup
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. Reheat gently on the stove, adding a splash of milk if the soup is too thick.
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Slow Cooker Beef Macaroni Soup
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 12 oz mixed vegetables package frozen
- 1 can tomatoes 14-½ ounces diced tomatoes, undrained
- 32 ounces beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup elbow macaroni noodles uncooked
Instructions
- In a medium pan, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess grease.
- Add the cooked beef, frozen vegetables, diced tomatoes, beef broth, salt, and pepper to the crockpot.
- Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 7-8 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the uncooked macaroni so it cooks in the soup.
- Ladle into bowls.
- Serve and enjoy hot!
