Slow Cooker Alphabet Beef Vegetable Soup

This classically simple Alphabet Soup Recipe is a favorite for kids, but hearty (and delicious) enough for everyone!

Nothing is more comforting than a cozy bowl of homemade soup. This fun version is perfect for dipping bread or crumbling crackers. It's great for those cool fall evenings and reheats well for lunches.

As Easy as ABC

• An easy go-to soup, perfect for kid sick days and lunches.
• It's a mix-and-match meal. Make it beef, chicken, or vegetable broth. Add leftover meats and veggies.
• A super fun soup that keeps kids engaged, trying to find all the pasta letters, while they enjoy a healthy meal.
• Serve with a Grilled Cheese Sandwich or some Rainbow Fruit Kabobs.

Ingredients for Alphabet Soup

PASTA:Alphabet noodles are what make this soup so fun! Find alphabet pasta with the other pastas in the supermarket or online here. If you can't find them, use other mini pasta or even orzo.

VEGGIES:Sautéed carrots, onion, & celery are added to broth along with a can of tomatoes and potatoes. For a shortcut, you can use frozen veggies.

SEASONINGS:Garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, & pepper are mixed with the veggies, broth, & pasta for the perfect flavor combination!

Variations

This soup is perfect for adding extra meat or veggies or mini meatballs. Add a bag of frozen vegetable medley, & some parmesan cheese.

How to Make Alphabet Soup

1. Sauté vegetables with garlic until soft & fragrant.
2. Add broth, tomatoes, potato, & seasonings.
3. Simmer with alphabet pasta until tender.

Leftovers

For best results, Alphabet Soup will keep in the refrigerator for about 4 days. Simply reheat on the stovetop. Freeze soup after it's been cooled in zippered bags with the date labeled on the outside. It will freeze for up to 4 weeks.

Family Favorite Soups

• Homemade Wonton Soup
• Chicken Noodle Soup – classic
• Split Pea Soup
• Cauliflower Potato Soup – perfect for a weeknight meal
• Homemade Tomato Soup (Fresh Tomatoes)
• Turkey Soup
• Creamy Potato Bacon Soup – flavorful comfort food
• Vegetable Beef Soup
• Mac and Cheese Soup

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Easy Alphabet Soup

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Total Time 35 minutes

Servings 6 servings

Alphabet noodles are simmered with fresh veggies, broth, & seasonings to create this savory soup enjoyed by kids & adults alike!

• ▢ 1 carrot sliced
• ▢ 1 stalk celery sliced
• ▢ ½ onion diced
• ▢ 2 cloves garlic minced
• ▢ 5 cups beef broth reduced sodium
• ▢ 1 cup water
• ▢ 14 ounces diced tomatoes with juices
• ▢ 1 potato diced
• ▢ 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• ▢ 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ▢ salt and pepper to taste
• ▢ 1 cup alphabet noodles uncooked

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• In a large pot over medium heat, saute carrots, celery, onion, and garlic until onion begins to soften.

• Add broth, water, tomatoes, tomato paste, potato, and seasonings. Bring to a boil and turn down to a simmer for 15 minutes.

• Add alphabet noodles and cook for 7-8 minutes or until noodles are cooked al dente.

Fresh vegetables can be substituted for frozen veggies.

Cooked ground beef, shredded chicken, or mini meatballs can be added.

Calories: 121 , Carbohydrates: 24 g , Protein: 6 g , Fat: 1 g , Saturated Fat: 1 g , Sodium: 332 mg , Potassium: 609 mg , Fiber: 3 g , Sugar: 3 g , Vitamin A: 1785 IU , Vitamin C: 15 mg , Calcium: 45 mg , Iron: 1 mg

(Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.)

Course Dinner, Lunch, Soup

Cuisine American

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