01/11/2026
Comfort Food Alert!
đ˛Â Creamy Beefy Pasta Soup â cozy, hearty, and perfect for chilly nights!
This one is a favorite at our house!
Save this for your next comfort-food craving đ¤¤
đ INGREDIENTS
⢠1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage. I prefer sausage for added flavor.
⢠1 tbsp olive oil (optional if sausage is lean)
⢠1 small onion, diced
⢠2 cloves garlic, minced
⢠2 carrots, peeled & sliced
⢠2 celery stalks, diced
⢠4 cups chicken broth
⢠1 cup heavy cream
⢠1 ½ cups ditalini pasta (or any small pasta)
⢠1 tsp Italian seasoning
⢠1 cup shredded cheddar (or cheddar/mozz mix)
⢠Salt & pepper to taste
⢠Fresh parsley for garnish đż
đ INSTRUCTIONS
1ď¸âŁÂ Brown the meat
Cook beef/sausage in a large pot over medium heat until browned. Break into pieces and drain excess grease if needed.
2ď¸âŁÂ Add veggies
Toss in onions, carrots & celery. SautĂŠ 5â7 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook 1 more minute.
3ď¸âŁÂ Add broth & seasoning
Pour in chicken broth. Season with Italian seasoning, salt & pepper. Bring to a boil.
4ď¸âŁÂ Add pasta
Stir in ditalini. Reduce to medium heat and simmer 10â12 minutes until al dente.
5ď¸âŁÂ Make it creamy đ
Add heavy cream and cheese. Stir until melted and slightly thickened. Taste + adjust seasoning.
6ď¸âŁÂ Serve
Top with parsley and extra cheese if youâre like me đ¤
Pair with crusty bread + enjoy!
Let me know if you make this and what you think!