Description
This One-Pot Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup is a hearty, comforting dish combining savory ground beef, tender macaroni, and creamy cheddar cheese in a flavorful broth. Perfect for an easy weeknight meal, it’s packed with the classic flavors of a cheeseburger in a rich, creamy soup form, making it a satisfying and delicious choice for the whole family.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes with juices
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Optional Toppings
- Chopped pickles
- Green onions
- Extra cheese
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5–6 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Sauté Aromatics: Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until the onions soften and the mixture is fragrant.
- Season: Add salt, black pepper, paprika, and dried oregano to the pot, stirring well to coat the beef mixture with the spices.
- Add Liquids and Tomatoes: Pour in the beef broth, canned diced tomatoes with juices, and milk. Stir everything to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Cook Macaroni: Add the uncooked elbow macaroni directly into the simmering soup. Cook uncovered for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender but still firm.
- Melt Cheese: Reduce heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted and incorporated into the soup.
- Make It Creamy: Add the heavy cream and stir until the soup is smooth and creamy throughout.
- Thicken and Serve: Remove the pot from heat and let the soup rest for a few minutes to thicken up. Serve warm, topped with optional chopped pickles, green onions, or extra cheese if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes or substitute pepper jack cheese for cheddar.
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken instead of beef for a lighter, leaner version.
- Make sure to stir occasionally while cooking macaroni to prevent it from sticking to the pot.
- Adjust salt to taste if using low sodium broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
