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One Pot Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup

One Pot Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup
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One Pot Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup is a delightful and comforting dish that brings the flavors of a cheeseburger into a creamy, hearty soup. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe is not only quick to prepare—taking just 30 minutes—but also easy to clean up, since everything cooks in one pot. With rich ground beef, tender macaroni, and a blend of spices, it’s a meal that is sure to please both kids and adults alike. Top it off with crispy croutons made from sesame seed buns for an added crunch, and you have a satisfying bowl of comfort food that everyone will love.

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 to taste
  • fresh cracked pepper to taste
  • 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. Toss diced sesame seed bun cubes with olive oil and bake for 10 minutes until crispy.
  2. In a large pot over medium heat, brown ground beef seasoned with oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper; set aside.
  3. In the same pot, sauté diced onions, carrots, celery with butter until tender.
  4. Add minced garlic and remaining herbs; sauté for another minute.
  5. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute to thicken.
  6. Deglaze the pot with chicken broth then add remaining broth and uncooked macaroni; season again.
  7. Simmer until pasta is al dente (about 5-7 minutes), stirring occasionally.
  8. Remove from heat and mix in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted.
  9. Stir in white balsamic vinegar and return cooked beef to the pot; gently reheat before serving.
  10. Serve topped with croutons, sliced green onions, and extra cheddar cheese.

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