Ingredients
Method
Stovetop
- Sauté the ground beef in a large pot over medium-high heat for approximately 5 minutes until browned.
- Add the diced onions and minced garlic, then sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, marinara sauce, and beef broth until well combined.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, add the pasta, cover the pot, and simmer for about 20 minutes until the pasta is cooked.
- Ladle the soup into large bowls and top with mozzarella and a dollop of ricotta cheese.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or basil before serving.
Slow Cooker
- Brown the beef with onions and garlic in a skillet for 5 minutes, then transfer the mixture to a slow cooker.
- Place all remaining ingredients into the slow cooker, excluding the pasta and cheeses.
- Cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 8 hours.
- Add the pasta to the slow cooker during the final 30 minutes of cooking.
- Top with the cheeses and serve warm once the cooking time is complete.
Instant Pot
- Sauté the beef, onions, and garlic in the Instant Pot for 5 minutes using the sauté function.
- Add the remaining ingredients except for the cheeses, ensuring the pasta is fully submerged in the liquid.
- Cook on high pressure for 3 minutes, then perform a quick pressure release.
- Serve the soup in bowls and top with the cheeses.
Notes
Cook Time:
- Stovetop: 25 minutes
- Slow Cooker: 4–8 hours (plus 5 minutes to brown the meat)
- Instant Pot: 10 minutes (including sauté time and pressure release)
