One Pot Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup
If you’re craving a cozy and satisfying meal, this One Pot Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup is your solution. In just 30 minutes, you can create a creamy and hearty dish that the entire family will adore. This recipe combines the rich flavors of ground beef, macaroni, and sharp cheddar cheese into a comforting bowl of goodness without any processed ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights or friendly gatherings, this soup takes minimal effort and offers maximum flavor. Plus, with the convenience of a single pot, you’ll have less cleanup and more time to enjoy meaningful moments with loved ones.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup yellow onion, diced
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 1 cup sliced celery
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 8 oz uncooked elbow macaroni
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- Kosher salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and prepare croutons by tossing diced sesame seed buns with olive oil; bake until crispy.
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef with oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Add butter and sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and remaining herbs; cook until fragrant.
- Sprinkle in flour to create a roux; cook for another minute.
- Deglaze with a splash of chicken broth before adding the rest of the broth and macaroni; bring to a simmer.
- Cook until pasta is al dente; then stir in cream and cheese until melted.
- Finish with white balsamic vinegar; season to taste before serving topped with croutons.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg