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One Pot Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup combines a creamy, cheesy broth with ground beef, pasta, and vegetables, topped with homemade sesame croutons for a comforting, hearty meal.

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

1 lb. ground beef

2 tsp. dried oregano (divided)

2 tsp. dried thyme (divided)

6 tbsp. butter

1 cup yellow onion, diced

1 cup carrots, sliced

1 cup celery, sliced

5 cloves garlic, minced

4 tbsp. flour

8 cups chicken broth

8 oz. uncooked elbow macaroni

1 cup heavy cream

8 oz. sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

1 tsp. white balsamic vinegar

Kosher salt to taste

Freshly cracked pepper to taste

4 sesame seed buns, diced into 1-inch pieces (for croutons)

2 tbsp. olive oil (for croutons)

Sliced green onions (for garnish)

Shredded cheddar cheese (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the sesame seed bun cubes onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat evenly. Bake for 10 minutes until golden and crispy. Set aside.
  2. In a large pot over medium heat, cook the ground beef with 1 tsp of oregano, 1 tsp of thyme, salt, and pepper until browned. Remove the beef and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, celery, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook for about 10 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Stir in garlic, the remaining oregano, and thyme, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir to coat. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  6. Deglaze the pot with a splash of chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits. Add the remaining chicken broth, uncooked macaroni, and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
  7. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente.
  8. Remove from heat and stir in heavy cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and white balsamic vinegar. Add the cooked ground beef back into the pot and heat through for a few minutes.
  9. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with sesame seed croutons, sliced green onions, and extra shredded cheddar cheese. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños.
  • Feel free to swap ground beef for ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
  • For a different cheese flavor, swap sharp cheddar with mozzarella or Gouda.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat with extra cream or broth if needed.

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