Description
Indulge in the delightful Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup, a creamy and comforting dish that combines all the beloved flavors of a cheeseburger in a warm, soothing bowl. This one-pot meal is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or impressing guests with minimal effort. The hearty combination of tender macaroni and savory ground beef ensures satisfaction for everyone at the table. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, this kid-friendly recipe offers versatility with customizable pasta and cheese options. Gather your family around for a delicious dining experience that will keep them coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 pound Ground Beef (or Ground Turkey/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)
- 1 cup Matchstick Carrots
- 1 1/2 cups Uncooked Macaroni Noodles
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1/2 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until translucent, about 3–5 minutes.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir well to coat evenly.
- Gradually pour in chicken broth while stirring continuously. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in heavy cream along with salt, pepper, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and paprika; adjust seasoning as desired.
- Add matchstick carrots and uncooked macaroni noodles; cook for 10–12 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar and parmesan cheese until melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg