Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup, a delightful fusion of rich cheeseburger essence and creamy macaroni soup. This one-pot wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, bringing together ground beef, pasta, and a blend of cheeses in a luscious broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 pound Ground Beef (or Ground Turkey or Chicken)
- 1 medium Yellow Onion (Diced)
- 2 cloves Garlic (Minced)
- 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour (or Cornstarch)
- 4 cups Chicken Broth (or Vegetable Broth)
- 1 cup Heavy Cream (or Half-and-half)
- Salt (To taste)
- Pepper (To taste)
- Onion Powder (To taste)
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning (Adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon Paprika (Adjust to taste)
- 1 cup Matchstick Carrots
- 1 1/2 cups Uncooked Macaroni Noodles
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1/2 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until softened.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Stir in flour and cook for about 1 minute; gradually add chicken broth while stirring continuously to prevent lumps.
- Pour in heavy cream and season with salt, pepper, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and paprika; mix well.
- Add matchstick carrots and uncooked macaroni noodles; stir to coat everything in the creamy broth.
- Bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat, and let simmer for 10–12 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar and parmesan until melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg