Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup: Creamy Comfort in Every Bowl

Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup: Creamy Comfort in Every Bowl

from abetterrecipe.com
Soup
30 min
450 kcal / serving

Indulge in Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup, a hearty blend of flavors in a creamy broth, perfect for any weeknight meal.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoonsolive oil (can substitute with butter)
  • 1 poundground beef (ground turkey or chicken can be used)
  • 1 mediumyellow onion (diced, shallots can be used)
  • 2 clovesgarlic (minced, fresh preferred)
  • ¼ cupall-purpose flour (cornstarch is a gluten-free alternative)
  • 4 cupschicken broth (vegetable broth is a vegetarian swap)
  • 1 cupheavy cream (half and half or whole milk can be used)
  • salt (to taste)
  • pepper (to taste)
  • onion powder (to taste)
  • 1 teaspoonitalian seasoning (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoonpaprika (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cupmatchstick carrots (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 ½ cupsuncooked macaroni noodles (any small pasta shape can be used)
  • 1 cupshredded cheddar cheese (consider mixing different cheese varieties)
  • ½ cupshredded parmesan cheese (pecorino romano is a flavorful substitute)

Directions

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Add ground beef and diced onion, cooking until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. 3

    Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.

  4. 4

    Sprinkle in flour, stirring constantly for 2-3 minutes.

  5. 5

    Pour in chicken broth while stirring, bring to a simmer for 5 minutes.

  6. 6

    Add heavy cream, seasonings, and mix well.

  7. 7

    Incorporate matchstick carrots and macaroni noodles, boil for 1 minute.

  8. 8

    Simmer on low for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  9. 9

    Add cheddar and parmesan cheese, stirring until melted.

  10. 10

    Serve warm and enjoy!