Hearty and Delicious Dad's Spaghetti Soup Recipe

This Dad's Spaghetti Soup recipe is the perfect combination of spaghetti and soup, resulting in a hearty and delicious meal. Made with ground beef, vegetables, tender spaghetti noodles, and a flavorful broth, this slow-cooker recipe is easy to make and perfect for a comforting family dinner. The soup simmers gently for hours, allowing the flavors to meld together, creating a comforting and satisfying dish. Serve it with a side of crusty bread for a complete meal that will warm you up on chilly evenings.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces)
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 ounces spaghetti noodles, broken into small pieces
• Grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley for garnish

Directions

1. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
2. Transfer the cooked beef to a slow cooker.
3. In the same skillet, sauté the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery until the vegetables are tender.
4. Add the sautéed vegetables to the slow cooker with the ground beef.
5. Pour in the diced tomatoes, beef broth, water, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
6. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
7. About 15 minutes before serving, break the spaghetti noodles into small pieces and add them to the slow cooker.
8. Stir to submerge the noodles in the liquid.
9. Cover and cook for an additional 15 minutes, or until the noodles are tender.
10. Serve the spaghetti soup hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.

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