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Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup

This Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup is a creamy, beefy dish filled with tender elbow macaroni and the delightful flavors of a classic cheeseburger, perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can be substituted with turkey or plant-based options.
  • 2 cups Elbow Macaroni Feel free to use gluten-free pasta.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Use a sharp variety for more flavor.
  • 4 cups Beef Broth Can swap with chicken or vegetable broth.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Optional to substitute with milk.
  • 1 cup Diced Onion Shallots can be a good alternative.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Garlic powder can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Any neutral oil can be used.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all your ingredients.
  2. Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
  3. Measure out the broth and cream.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onions and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Add ground beef, cook until browned, and drain excess fat.
  5. Pour in beef broth and bring to a simmer.
  6. Add elbow macaroni and cook until tender, about 7-8 minutes.
  7. Stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted.
Serving
  1. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  2. Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or chopped herbs.

Notes

For deeper flavor, brown the ground beef with spices. This soup can be meal prepped and stored for several days. If it's too thick, add more broth or water.