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One-Pot Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup

A creamy, hearty soup featuring ground beef, macaroni, and melted cheddar cheese inspired by classic cheeseburger flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 1 tsp yellow mustard
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Large soup pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Cook ground beef until browned, then add onion and cook until softened.
  3. Add garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
  4. Pour in beef broth and bring to a simmer.
  5. Add elbow macaroni and cook until pasta is tender.
  6. Prepare a roux by melting butter and whisking in flour.
  7. Whisk milk into the roux until smooth.
  8. Add the roux mixture to the soup.
  9. Stir in cheddar cheese, mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  10. Simmer for several minutes until creamy and well combined.

Notes

Freshly shredded cheese creates the smoothest texture.