Description
Hearty macaroni cheeseburger soup delivers classic comfort with a playful twist on two beloved favorites. Creamy, meaty, and packed with rich flavors, this soup brings classic diner nostalgia directly to your dinner table, inviting you to savor each comforting spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) elbow macaroni
- 4 cups (960 milliliters) beef broth
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) shredded cheddar cheese
Dairy and Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) milk
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) diced onion
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat (375°F), thoroughly brown the ground beef, ensuring no pink remains. Carefully drain away excess fat to prevent greasiness.
- Introduce finely chopped onions into the pot, sautéing until translucent and fragrant, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Incorporate beef broth, diced tomatoes, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Elevate heat to create a robust boil, allowing flavors to meld together.
- Gently add elbow macaroni to the bubbling liquid, reducing temperature to a gentle simmer. Stir intermittently, cooking pasta until perfectly tender, around 8-10 minutes.
- Transform the soup into a luxurious, creamy texture by streaming in milk and gradually introducing shredded cheddar cheese. Continuously stir until cheese completely dissolves, creating a smooth, velvety consistency.
- Taste and fine-tune seasoning, ensuring a balanced flavor profile. If desired, sprinkle additional shredded cheese on top for enhanced visual appeal and extra cheesy indulgence.
- Ladle the piping hot soup into serving bowls, presenting a comforting, hearty meal ready to be savored immediately.
Notes
- Choose lean ground beef to reduce excess fat and create a healthier soup base.
- Allow pasta to cook gently to prevent overcooking and maintain perfect texture.
- Swap regular milk with lactose-free or plant-based alternatives for dietary restrictions.
- Enhance flavor by adding a splash of Worcestershire sauce or using smoked paprika for deeper taste complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg