Description
Indulge in the warmth of Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup: Creamy Comfort in Every Bowl, a delightful fusion of classic cheeseburger flavors and comforting macaroni soup. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights, family gatherings, or any occasion where a hearty meal is desired. With its rich, creamy broth and tender pasta, it’s sure to be a favorite for both kids and adults. Easy to prepare and fully customizable with your choice of vegetables or proteins, this one-pot wonder promises a satisfying experience without the hassle of extensive cleanup.
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
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until softened.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in flour and cook for 2 minutes to thicken.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream; bring to a gentle boil.
- Season with salt, pepper, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and paprika; add matchstick carrots.
- Stir in uncooked macaroni noodles, simmer until tender (about 10-12 minutes).
- Remove from heat; stir in shredded cheddar and Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg