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One Pot Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup

One Pot Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup
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Warm up your weeknights with a comforting bowl of One Pot Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup. This delightful dish combines the classic flavors of a cheeseburger with creamy macaroni, all cooked together in just one pot for minimal cleanup. Perfect for busy families or gatherings, it takes only about 30 minutes to prepare and is sure to please both kids and adults alike. Featuring rich sharp cheddar cheese and hearty ground beef, this soup delivers a satisfying meal that you can easily customize to fit your taste preferences. Whether you’re adding extra veggies or swapping proteins, this recipe is as flexible as it is delicious.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano, divided
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme, divided
  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup yellow onion, diced
  • 1 cup sliced carrots
  • 1 cup sliced celery
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 tablespoons flour
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 8 oz. uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz. sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 teaspoon white balsamic vinegar
  • Kosher salt
  • fresh cracked pepper
  • 4 sesame seed buns, diced into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • sliced green onion, for garnish
  • shredded cheddar cheese, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Dice sesame seed buns and toss with olive oil on a baking sheet; bake for about 10 minutes until crispy.
  2. In a large pot over medium heat, brown ground beef with salt and pepper; remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, melt butter and sauté onion, carrots, celery with salt and pepper for about 10 minutes until softened.
  4. Add garlic and herbs; cook for another minute until fragrant.
  5. Stir in flour to thicken; cook for an additional minute.
  6. Deglaze with a splash of chicken broth then add remaining broth, macaroni, salt, and pepper; simmer until pasta is al dente (about 5-7 minutes).
  7. Stir in heavy cream and cheese until melted; return ground beef to pot along with vinegar.
  8. Serve topped with croutons, green onions, and additional cheese.

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