Description
A hearty and comforting Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup that combines the flavors of a cheeseburger with creamy pasta soup. This recipe features browned ground beef, fragrant onions and garlic, tender macaroni noodles, and a rich, cheesy broth perfect for cozy meals.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 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 Oil and Brown Meat: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and diced onion, cooking until the meat is browned and the onions are soft, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Garlic and Sauté: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Incorporate Flour: Sprinkle the flour evenly over the mixture, stirring constantly for 2-3 minutes to form a roux that will thicken the soup.
- Add Broth and Simmer: Gradually pour in the chicken broth while stirring to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
- Mix in Cream and Seasonings: Add the heavy cream, salt, pepper, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Stir well to combine all the flavors.
- Add Vegetables and Pasta: Incorporate the matchstick carrots and macaroni noodles. Bring the soup to a boil for 1 minute to start cooking the pasta.
- Simmer Soup: Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer gently for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and to ensure pasta cooks through.
- Add Cheese: Stir in the shredded cheddar and parmesan cheese until fully melted and the soup is creamy.
- Serve: Ladle the warm Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup into bowls and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Use cornstarch instead of flour for a gluten-free version.
- Vegetable broth can be used to make this recipe vegetarian compliant (omit ground meat accordingly).
- Heavy cream can be replaced with half and half or whole milk for a lighter soup.
- Mix different cheese varieties to enhance flavor complexity.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper.
- Matchstick carrots can be fresh or frozen depending on availability.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup, comfort food, cheesy soup, ground beef soup, creamy pasta soup, hearty soup
