OnePot Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup
One-Pot Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup is a comforting and hearty dish that combines the classic flavors of a cheeseburger with creamy macaroni. This easy recipe requires minimal cleanup and is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- 1 Large pot or Dutch oven
- 1 Wooden spoon
- 1 Measuring cups
- 1 Measuring spoons
- 1 Ladle
- 4 Serving bowls
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- to taste seasoning salt and pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup chopped pickles optional, for garnish
- to taste garnish fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic, and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Pour in the beef broth and bring to a boil.
- Add the elbow macaroni, paprika, mustard powder, salt, and pepper. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the macaroni is tender, about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once the macaroni is cooked, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and heavy cream until the cheese is melted and the soup is creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve hot in bowls, garnished with chopped pickles and fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For a lighter version, you can use lean ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.
Feel free to add vegetables such as spinach or peas for added nutrition.
This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated on the stove over low heat.