Hearty Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup for Cozy Family Nights

This Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup combines all the flavors of a classic cheeseburger into a hearty soup that's perfect for family nights.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 6 bowls

Course: Soups

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Soup Base

2 tablespoons Olive Oil Butter can be a substitute.
1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
1 large Yellow Onion Diced shallots can be used.
3 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic is preferred.
1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Cornstarch is a gluten-free alternative.
4 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be a vegetarian alternative.

For the Creaminess

1 cup Heavy Cream Can use half-and-half or whole milk.

For Seasoning

to taste Salt
to taste Pepper
to taste Onion Powder
2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning Adjust to taste.
1 teaspoon Paprika Adjust spice level as desired.

For Adding Texture

1 cup Matchstick Carrots Fresh or frozen can be used.
2 cups Uncooked Macaroni Noodles Any small pasta can replace it.

For the Cheesy Goodness

1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Mix in different cheese varieties for flavor.
1/2 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano can be substituted.

Equipment

Large pot

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Sauté the Base: In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 pound of ground beef and 1 diced yellow onion. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
Add Garlic: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for an additional minute.
Incorporate Flour: Sprinkle 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour over the mixture and stir constantly for 2-3 minutes.
Add Chicken Broth: Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth while stirring and bring to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes.
Mix in Cream and Seasoning: Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream, salt, pepper, onion powder, 2 teaspoons of Italian seasoning, and 1 teaspoon of paprika.
Add Carrots and Macaroni: Fold in 1 cup of matchstick carrots and 2 cups of uncooked macaroni noodles. Bring to a boil for 1 minute.
Simmer to Cook Pasta: Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in Cheese: Once the pasta is tender, stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup of shredded parmesan cheese until melted.
Serve Warm: Ladle the soup into bowls and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, brown the beef well. Customize with vegetables or spices as desired.

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