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Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup

Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup That Comforts Every Bite

Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup is a comforting, one-pot meal that merges cheeseburger flavors into a hearty soup, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with butter
  • 1 pound Ground Beef try ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion can substitute with shallots
  • 2 cloves Garlic freshly minced preferred
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour cornstarch is a gluten-free alternative
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth vegetable broth works for vegetarian versions
For the Creamy Finish
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream can use half-and-half or whole milk instead
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder adjust according to preference
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning adjust according to preference
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika use sparingly for a milder taste
For Texture and Flavor
  • 1 cup Matchstick Carrots fresh or frozen works well
  • 1 1/2 cups Uncooked Macaroni Noodles any small pasta shape can substitute
For the Cheesy Goodness
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese experiment with other cheeses like pepper jack or gouda
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano can serve as a substitute

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil by adding 2 tablespoons of olive oil to a large pot over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
  2. Cook 1 pound of ground beef and 1 diced yellow onion in the pot for about 5–7 minutes until browned and translucent.
  3. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Sprinkle in 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour and stir constantly for 2–3 minutes.
  5. Gradually pour in 4 cups of chicken broth while stirring and bring to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream along with salt, pepper, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
  7. Add 1 cup of matchstick carrots and 1 1/2 cups of uncooked macaroni noodles; increase heat to boil for about 1 minute.
  8. Reduce heat, cover, and let simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  9. Add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup of shredded parmesan cheese, stirring until melted.
  10. Ladle the warm soup into bowls and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 24gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Perfectly brown the meat for a developed flavor base. Stir regularly to prevent sticking and adjust thickness by varying the chicken broth amount.

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