Souper Skillet Pasta

In the NutriGuide test kitchen, Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas refined this classic Souper Skillet Pasta to celebrate vibrant, wholesome ingredients. By prioritizing aromatic layering and precise thermal control, this recipe achieves remarkable culinary depth while preserving natural micronutrients and wholesome texture.

At NutriGuide, our mission is to ensure that home cooking is both accessible and culinary-grade. When executing Souper Skillet Pasta, focus on fresh aromatics, dry surface contact for proper searing, and allowing the food to rest before serving.

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 (1 ounce) package dry onion
• soup mix
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled
• tomatoes, undrained and chopped
• 2 cups water
• 2 cups macaroni
• 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
• cheese

Chef's Sourcing & Quality Tips:

• Produce & Aromatics: Always use fresh whole aromatics and seasonal herbs rather than dehydrated powders when possible.
• Cooking Oils: Utilize cold-pressed oils with appropriate smoke points such as extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
• Salt & Seasoning: Season from a modest height above the pan to ensure an even, uniform crystalline dispersion.

Follow these sequential steps with careful attention to sensory cues and cooking temperatures:

Step 1: Technique & Execution

In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no pink shows; drain

Step 2: Technique & Execution

Stir in onion soup mix, oregano, tomatoes and water

Step 3: Technique & Execution

Bring to boil; stir in macaroni

Step 4: Technique & Execution

Simmer covered, stirring occasionally for 20 minutes or until macaroni is tender

Step 5: Technique & Execution

Sprinkle in Parmesan cheese and top with Mozzarella cheese.