30-Minute One-Pot Beef and Bowtie Soup – A Hearty Weeknight Favorite

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This easy one-pot beef and bowtie soup is ready in 30 minutes! Packed with pasta, veggies, ground beef, and a rich tomato broth – it’s perfect for busy nights.

🍲 A Cozy Classic – Made Easy

Craving comfort in a bowl? This 30-Minute One-Pot Beef and Bowtie Soup brings all the hearty, home-cooked vibes without the long cook time. Made with savory ground beef, farfalle pasta, and a tomato-rich broth, this one-pot wonder is the perfect blend of simple, satisfying, and downright delicious.

Whether you’re feeding a hungry family or meal prepping for the week, this soup is a lifesaver — quick to make, easy to clean up, and guaranteed to warm your soul.

💖 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • 🥄 One-pot magic: Fewer dishes = happier you

  • ⏱️ 30 minutes flat: A true weeknight dinner win

  • 💰 Budget-friendly: Pantry staples with big flavor

  • 🍝 Family favorite: Kid-approved pasta and savory beef

  • 🔁 Customizable: Make it spicy, lean, or gluten-free

🌎 A Taste of Italian-American Comfort

Inspired by the soul-warming essence of Italian minestrone and American beef noodle soup, this dish brings classic flavors to your kitchen with modern ease. Bowtie pasta (or farfalle) is a Northern Italian staple, and when combined with tender beef and vegetables, it becomes a go-to comfort meal that everyone will love.

🛒 Ingredients

Main Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 small onion, chopped

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes

  • 4 cups beef broth

  • 1 cup water

  • 1 ½ cups bowtie pasta (farfalle)

  • 1 medium carrot, diced

  • 1 celery stalk, chopped

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

  • ½ cup frozen peas

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • Fresh parsley for garnish

🔪 Instructions

1. Sauté the Aromatics

Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven or large stockpot over medium heat.
Add chopped onion and cook for 2 minutes until softened.
Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.

2. Cook the Beef

Add ground beef, breaking it up as it browns.
Cook until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.

3. Add Vegetables and Seasoning

Add carrots, celery, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir well.

4. Build the Broth

Pour in diced tomatoes (with juice), beef broth, water, and Worcestershire sauce.
Bring to a simmer.

5. Cook the Pasta

Add bowtie pasta. Cover and simmer for 8–10 minutes until pasta is al dente.

6. Finishing Touches

Stir in frozen peas and cook for 2 more minutes.
Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
Let the soup rest 5 minutes before serving.

💡 Pro Tips

  • Let the beef brown fully — it adds depth of flavor

  • Don’t overcook the pasta — add it last and cook until just tender

  • Want thicker broth? Simmer uncovered for a few minutes

  • Brighten it up with a splash of balsamic vinegar or lemon juice before serving

  • Meal prep tip: Cook pasta separately if you plan to freeze