Description
Hearty macaroni cheeseburger soup blends classic comfort food flavors in one delightful pot. Quick and satisfying, this simple recipe delivers a creamy, meaty meal that brings joy to your dinner table with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb (454 grams) ground beef
Dairy:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) milk
- 1 cup (100 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
Liquid:
- 2 cups (473 milliliters) beef broth
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium temperature and sauté ground beef with onions until meat browns completely, approximately 6-7 minutes.
- Eliminate excess grease from the meat by carefully draining the fat.
- Pour beef broth into the pot and rapidly increase heat to achieve a rolling boil.
- Add elbow macaroni and simmer for 7-9 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta reaches al dente consistency.
- Reduce cooking temperature to low and gently incorporate milk and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Continuously stir the mixture until cheese melts smoothly, creating a velvety, rich texture.
- Enhance flavor profile by seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper to personal preference.
- Ladle the steaming soup into serving bowls and present immediately while maintaining optimal warmth and creaminess.
Notes
- Choose lean ground beef to reduce excess fat and create a healthier soup base.
- For a vegetarian twist, swap ground beef with plant-based crumbles or lentils to maintain protein content.
- Consider using low-fat milk and reduced-fat cheese for a lighter version without compromising flavor.
- Enhance soup’s depth by adding a dash of Worcestershire sauce or smoked paprika for extra complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 470 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 630 mg
- Fat: 33 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg