Description
This One-Pot Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup is everything you love about a cheeseburger, but in a comforting, creamy soup form! Packed with savory ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, and hearty elbow macaroni, it’s a simple and satisfying meal that will warm you up from the inside out. Top it off with your favorite burger-inspired toppings, and you’ve got the ultimate comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Toppings:
- Diced pickles
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Other favorite burger toppings
Instructions
- Brown the Beef & Sauté the Onion: In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it apart as it cooks. When the beef is about halfway browned, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Continue cooking until the onion is translucent and the beef is fully browned. Drain any excess grease if necessary.
- Add Tomatoes, Broth, and Pasta: Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juices) and beef broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Add the elbow macaroni and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender.
- Stir in the Cheese: Once the macaroni is cooked, turn off the heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese. Continue stirring until the cheese is completely melted and the soup is creamy and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve & Enjoy: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and top with your favorite burger-inspired toppings such as diced pickles, ketchup, or a swirl of mustard. Serve immediately and enjoy the rich, cheesy goodness!
Notes
- Custom toppings: Feel free to top the soup with extra cheese, crispy bacon bits, or a dollop of sour cream to make it even more indulgent.
- Adjust seasonings: Taste the soup before serving and adjust the salt and pepper as needed.
- Use lean ground beef: If you prefer a leaner option, use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef for a healthier version.
- Thickening the soup: If you prefer a thicker soup, you can add a small amount of cornstarch mixed with water near the end of cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 50mg