Description
This One-Pot Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup is a hearty and comforting dish that combines the flavors of a cheeseburger with the coziness of a soup. Perfect for a quick and delicious family dinner!
Ingredients
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Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (if needed)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Soup Base:
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 1 cup elbow macaroni, uncooked
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- Chopped parsley or green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Ground Beef: In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Sauté Onion and Spices: Add the diced onion and cook until softened. Stir in garlic, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add Broth and Tomatoes: Pour in the beef broth and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil.
- Cook Macaroni: Stir in the uncooked macaroni. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10–12 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Finish Soup: Stir in cheddar cheese, milk, heavy cream, and ketchup. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until cheese is melted and soup is creamy. Adjust seasoning.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley or green onions if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños.
- You can use ground turkey or chicken as a leaner option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
