One Pot Beef and Tomato Macaroni Soup

lean ground beef

medium onion (finely chopped)

large carrots (peeled and finely chopped)

stalk celery (finely chopped)

red pepper (finely chopped)

minced garlic

salt

dried oregano

paprika

low sodium chicken broth (or use beef or vegetable)

crushed tomatoes

dry whole wheat macaroni pasta or other small pasta