Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup: Creamy Comfort in Every Bowl
Ingredients
- 2 tbspolive oil
can substitute with butter
- 1 lbground beef
ground turkey or chicken can be used
- 1 mediumyellow onion
diced, shallots can be used
- 2 clovesgarlic
minced, fresh preferred
- ¼ call-purpose flour
cornstarch is a gluten-free alternative
- 4 cchicken broth
vegetable broth is a vegetarian swap
- 1 cheavy cream
half and half or whole milk can be used
- to tastesalt
- to tastepepper
- to tasteonion powder
- 1 tspitalian seasoning
- 1 tsppaprika
- 1 cmatchstick carrots
fresh or frozen
- 1 ½ cuncooked macaroni noodles
any small pasta shape can be used
- 1 cshredded cheddar cheese
consider mixing different cheese varieties
- ½ cshredded parmesan cheese
pecorino romano is a flavorful substitute
Directions
Instructions
- 1
Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add ground beef and diced onion, cooking until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- 4
Sprinkle in flour, stirring constantly for 2-3 minutes.
- 5
Pour in chicken broth while stirring, bring to a simmer for 5 minutes.
- 6
Add heavy cream, seasonings, and mix well.
- 7
Incorporate matchstick carrots and macaroni noodles, boil for 1 minute.
- 8
Simmer on low for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 9
Add cheddar and parmesan cheese, stirring until melted.
- 10
Serve warm and enjoy!
Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup: Creamy Comfort in Every Bowl
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About this Recipe
Craving the hearty satisfaction of a cheeseburger combined with the warm embrace of a creamy soup? This Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup delivers classic comfort in every spoonful, making weeknight meals a delightful breeze.
What makes this soup so special is its clever marriage of beloved flavors: savory ground beef, tender macaroni, and a rich, cheesy broth all come together in one pot for minimal cleanup. It's a culinary hug that satisfies both your inner child and your busy adult schedule, truly living up to its billing as a one pot meal.
Prepare for a truly satisfying bowl. You'll experience a rich, creamy broth enveloping perfectly cooked macaroni, savory ground beef, and subtle hints of onion and garlic. Each bite is a delightful balance of familiar cheeseburger flavors, brightened by matchstick carrots, all topped with melted cheddar and salty Parmesan. This soup is designed to be deeply comforting and filling, offering a substantial meal experience. With 450 calories per serving, it’s a robust meal designed to leave you feeling wonderfully full and content.
This Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup is incredibly versatile, making it easy to adapt to your pantry and preferences. Swap out the ground beef for ground turkey or chicken, or make it vegetarian by using vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. For a naturally gluten-free option, cornstarch can replace all-purpose flour. Feel free to experiment with different small pasta shapes instead of macaroni, and enhance the cheesy goodness by mixing different varieties of shredded cheese with the cheddar and Parmesan.
This hearty soup is an ideal choice for a cozy family dinner or a comforting lunch on a chilly day. Serve it with a side of crusty bread for dipping, or a simple green salad to complete your meal.