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Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup

Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup
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Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup is a creamy, cheesy, and hearty dish that blends the nostalgic flavors of a classic cheeseburger with comforting soup warmth. Featuring savory ground beef, tender elbow macaroni, sharp cheddar cheese, and a rich creamy base, this soup is perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or impressing guests with a crowd-pleasing, easy-to-make comfort food.

Ingredients

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Meat and Pasta

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup elbow macaroni (uncooked)

Dairy

  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (optional)

Liquids and Sauces

  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Thickening Agents and Seasonings

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef: Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned and crumbly, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess fat to keep the soup rich but not greasy.
  2. Sauté aromatics: Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot with the beef. Cook until soft and fragrant to build the flavorful base of the soup.
  3. Make the roux: In a separate pan, melt butter and whisk in the flour. Cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden to create a roux, which will thicken the soup.
  4. Combine broth and dairy: Slowly whisk beef broth, milk, and cream into the roux, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Bring to a gentle simmer until the mixture thickens into a creamy base.
  5. Add macaroni and seasonings: Pour the creamy broth into the beef mixture. Add uncooked elbow macaroni, Worcestershire sauce, diced tomatoes with green chilies (if using), salt, and pepper. Simmer until the pasta is tender and flavors meld, about 10-12 minutes.
  6. Melt in the cheese: Lower the heat and gradually stir in shredded sharp cheddar cheese until fully melted and smooth. Avoid boiling after adding the cheese to prevent graininess.
  7. Serve and enjoy: Ladle the Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup into bowls. Garnish as desired and savor the cheesy, beefy comfort in every bite.

Notes

  • Use sharp cheddar cheese for richer flavor and better melting quality than mild cheddar.
  • Add macaroni toward the end of cooking to prevent overcooking and mushiness.
  • Stir gently after adding cheese to avoid clumping and maintain a velvety texture.
  • Adjust salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce to taste for personalized seasoning depth.
  • Let the soup rest a few minutes after cooking to allow flavors to meld and the soup to thicken.

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