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Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup

A warm, cheesy soup that tastes like a cheeseburger in a bowl. Quick to prepare and perfect for weeknight dinners.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (Can substitute with butter)
  • 1 pound Ground Beef (Ground turkey or chicken can be used)
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion (Diced, shallots can be used)
  • 2 cloves Garlic (Minced, fresh preferred)
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour (Cornstarch is a gluten-free alternative)
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth (Vegetable broth is a vegetarian swap)
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream (Half and half or whole milk can be used)
  • 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 (Fresh or frozen)
  • 1 1/2 cups Uncooked Macaroni Noodles (Any small pasta shape can be used)
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (Consider mixing different cheese varieties)
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese (Pecorino Romano is a flavorful substitute)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until soft.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
  5. Sprinkle flour over the beef and stir for 1 minute to cook the raw flour taste.
  6. Slowly add chicken broth while stirring to make a smooth sauce.
  7. Add matchstick carrots, onion powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  8. Bring to a simmer, then add uncooked macaroni noodles.
  9. Cook for 8–10 minutes until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally.
  10. Lower heat and stir in heavy cream.
  11. Add shredded cheddar and parmesan a little at a time, stirring until melted and smooth.
  12. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Serve hot.

Notes

Serve the soup hot in bowls topped with extra shredded cheddar, chopped fresh parsley, or hot sauce. Pair with crusty bread or crackers for a complete meal.

  • Author: mehdilmh
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: None

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: soup, cheeseburger, macaroni, comfort food, easy weeknight meal