Description
Indulge in Cheeseburger Macaroni Soup, a hearty blend of flavors in a creamy broth, perfect for any weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- For the 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)
- For Creaminess and Flavor
- 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)
- For Texture and Nutrition
- 1 cup Matchstick Carrots (Fresh or frozen)
- 1 1/2 cups Uncooked Macaroni Noodles (Any small pasta shape can be used)
- For the Cheese Finish
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (Consider mixing different cheese varieties)
- 1/2 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese (Pecorino Romano is a flavorful substitute)
Instructions
1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2. Add ground beef and diced onion, cooking until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
4. Sprinkle in flour, stirring constantly for 2-3 minutes.
5. Pour in chicken broth while stirring, bring to a simmer for 5 minutes.
6. Add heavy cream, seasonings, and mix well.
7. Incorporate matchstick carrots and macaroni noodles, boil for 1 minute.
8. Simmer on low for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9. Add cheddar and parmesan cheese, stirring until melted.
10. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Can be paired with crusty bread or fresh salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg