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Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup

Savory Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup That's Easy and Comforting

Delicious Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup combines two classics into one warm, comforting meal that's quick to prepare.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with butter for richer flavor.
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Or use ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion, diced Shallots can be substituted.
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh garlic recommended.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Cornstarch is a gluten-free alternative.
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth for vegetarian options.
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half and half or whole milk.
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
For Bulk and Nutrition
  • 1 cup Matchstick Carrots Fresh or frozen.
  • 1 1/2 cups Uncooked Macaroni Noodles Any small pasta can be substituted.
For Cheesy Goodness
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Different cheese varieties can be used.
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese Pecorino romano makes a great substitute.
Customization Options
  • Extra Veggies Bell peppers, spinach, or zucchini.
  • Dairy-Free Substitute heavy cream with coconut or almond milk.
  • Gluten-Free Use gluten-free pasta or quinoa.
  • Spicy Kick Add crushed red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños.

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup
  1. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add 1 pound of ground beef and 1 diced yellow onion to the pot, breaking up the meat with a spatula. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the beef is browned and the onions are translucent.
  3. Incorporate 2 minced garlic cloves into the pot and sauté for 1 minute, stirring continuously until fragrant.
  4. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour over the meat mixture, stirring constantly for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth while stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes.
  6. Add 1 cup of heavy cream along with your seasonings—salt, pepper, 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, and 1 teaspoon of paprika. Stir well to combine.
  7. Toss in 1 cup of matchstick carrots and 1 1/2 cups of uncooked macaroni noodles. Bring the soup to a boil for 1 minute.
  8. Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low, allowing the soup to simmer for 20 minutes.
  9. Once the pasta is tender, add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup of shredded parmesan cheese. Stir until melted and fully incorporated into the soup.
  10. Ladle the Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup into bowls and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Consider preparing the base of the soup up to 24 hours ahead. Just add the remaining ingredients before serving.

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