Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this One Pot Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup. In just 30 minutes, you can create a deliciously creamy and hearty meal that brings together the savory flavors of ground beef and macaroni, all enriched with sharp cheddar cheese. This dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings, providing warmth and satisfaction in every spoonful. Plus, itβs easy to customize by adding your favorite vegetables or proteins, making it a versatile choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano, divided
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme, divided
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup yellow onion, diced
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 1 cup sliced celery
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons flour
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 8 oz uncooked elbow macaroni
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon white balsamic vinegar
- Kosher salt (to taste)
- Fresh cracked pepper (to taste)
- 4 sesame seed buns, diced into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Sliced green onion (for garnish)
- Shredded cheddar cheese (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400Β°F for croutons.
- For croutons, place diced sesame seed buns on a parchment-lined baking sheet; drizzle with olive oil and bake until crispy (about 10 minutes).
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown ground beef seasoned with oregano and thyme. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, melt butter and sautΓ© onions, carrots, celery, salt, and pepper until tender (about 10 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and herbs; cook for another minute.
- Stir in flour to coat vegetables, then deglaze with a splash of broth.
- Pour in remaining broth and add uncooked macaroni; season and bring to a simmer.
- Cook until pasta is al dente (5-7 minutes), then stir in cream and cheese until melted.
- Return the beef to the pot along with white balsamic vinegar; heat through.
- Serve topped with croutons, green onions, and additional cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in spices like paprika or chili powder. Customize by swapping ground beef for turkey or chicken if desired.