Homemade Beef Macaroni Soup

INGREDIENTS:

2 C. Dry macaroni noodles cooked and drained

1 lb. Ground beef

1 Can Diced tomatoes 15 oz.

1 Can Tomato sauce 29 oz.

3 C. Beef broth

1 Small onion diced

3 tsp. Minced garlic

2 Tbsp. Brown sugar

1 ½ tsp. Dried basil

1 ½ tsp. Dried oregano

1 tsp. Thyme

2 Bay leaves

Salt and pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS:

In a large high sided skillet over medium heat, saute the onion and ground beef until the meat is completely browned and the onion has softened. Drain any excess fat.

Stir in the minced garlic, brown sugar, oregano, basil, bay leaves and thyme as well as salt and pepper to taste, and saute for 30 seconds.

Pour in the diced tomatoes, beef broth and tomato sauce until well combined. Simmer for 15 minutes.

Stir in the cooked macaroni noodles and heat for an additional 5 minutes before serving.

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