One Pot Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup
This creamy, cheesy, one-pot macaroni cheeseburger soup brings together all your favorite burger flavors in a comforting, hearty bowl. With tender elbow macaroni, savory ground beef, and sharp cheddar cheese, it’s an easy weeknight meal that hits the spot.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
Soup Base
- 1 lb ground beef lean or medium
- 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 elbow macaroni uncooked
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 tsp white balsamic vinegar
- kosher salt to taste
- fresh cracked pepper to taste
Croutons & Garnish
- 4 sesame seed buns diced into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil for croutons
- green onion sliced, for garnish
- extra shredded cheddar cheese for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss diced sesame buns with olive oil, bake on a parchment-lined sheet for 10 minutes until crisp. Set aside.
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef with 1 tsp each of oregano and thyme, plus salt and pepper. Cook until no longer pink. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, melt butter and sauté onion, carrots, and celery with a pinch of salt and pepper for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in garlic, remaining oregano and thyme. Cook for 1 minute.
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetables. Stir and cook for another minute to thicken.
- Deglaze with a splash of broth, then add the remaining broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add macaroni and cook 5–7 minutes until al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat. Stir in cream and shredded cheddar until melted and creamy.
- Stir in vinegar and return beef to pot. Simmer briefly to warm through. Season to taste.
- Serve hot, topped with sesame croutons, green onions, and extra cheese.
Notes
Swap ground beef with turkey or chicken, and adjust seasoning as needed. Customize toppings or add jalapeños or pickles for a burger-style twist.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
⚠️ Disclaimer: The nutrition information provided is estimated based on automated calculations and should be viewed as an approximation. These values are offered as a helpful reference and may vary depending on specific ingredients and brands used. For the most accurate results, please consult your own nutritional data or preferred brand values.
| Nutrient | Amount |
| Calories | 465 kcal |
| Fat | 32 g |
| Saturated Fat | 17 g |
| Cholesterol | 106.8 mg |
| Sodium | 1175.7 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 31.3 g |
| Fiber | 2.2 g |
| Sugars | 4.3 g |
| Protein | 25.7 g |