Description

Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup is a hearty and creamy soup that combines the comforting flavors of a cheeseburger with tender macaroni noodles. This delicious soup features ground beef, sautéed onions and garlic, creamy cheese, and a blend of seasonings for a satisfying meal perfect for any day.

Ingredients

Scale

Soup Base

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)

Seasonings

Salt (To taste)
Pepper (To taste)
Onion Powder (To taste)
1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning (Adjust to taste)
1 teaspoon Paprika (Adjust to taste)

Vegetables and Pasta

1 cup Matchstick Carrots (Fresh or frozen)
1 1/2 cups Uncooked Macaroni Noodles (Any small pasta shape can be used)

Cheese

1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (Consider mixing different cheese varieties)
1/2 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese (Pecorino Romano is a flavorful substitute)

Instructions

Heat the oil: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat to prepare the base for browning the meat and vegetables.
Cook beef and onions: Add the ground beef and diced yellow onion to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and the onions are soft, about 5-7 minutes.
Sauté garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and continue to cook for an additional minute to release its aroma and flavor.
Add flour: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the mixture, stirring constantly to coat the meat and onions, and cook for 2-3 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
Pour in broth and simmer: Slowly pour in the chicken broth while stirring to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it simmer for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
Incorporate cream and seasonings: Add the heavy cream, salt, pepper, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Mix well to combine all flavors.
Add carrots and macaroni: Stir in the matchstick carrots and uncooked macaroni noodles. Bring the soup to a boil for about 1 minute.
Simmer gently: Reduce the heat to low and simmer the soup for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the noodles and carrots are tender.
Add cheeses: Stir in the shredded cheddar and parmesan cheese until fully melted and incorporated into the soup.
Serve: Ladle the warm soup into bowls and enjoy this comforting cheeseburger macaroni soup immediately.

Notes

You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for ground beef for a leaner option.
To make the soup gluten-free, replace the all-purpose flour with cornstarch and use gluten-free pasta.
For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth and omit the meat.
Half and half or whole milk can replace heavy cream for a lighter soup.
Any small pasta shape like elbow macaroni or small shells can be used instead of matchstick macaroni.
Adjust seasonings according to your taste preferences.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup, Comfort Food, Ground Beef Soup, Cheesy Soup, Macaroni Soup, Easy Dinner, Hearty Soup