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One-Pot Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup

One-Pot Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup

A hearty and comforting soup that combines the flavors of macaroni and cheese with a cheeseburger, all in one pot for easy weeknight cooking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound Ground Beef
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 28 ounce can Crushed Tomatoes
  • 4 cups Beef Broth
  • 1 10.75 ounce can Condensed Cheddar Cheese Soup
  • 1 cup Milk
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dried Basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 cup Elbow Macaroni
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions chopped, for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Large Stockpot or Dutch Oven
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Brown the ground beef in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, beef broth, condensed cheddar cheese soup, milk, oregano, basil, and black pepper.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  5. Add the elbow macaroni and cook until tender, about 8-10 minutes, or according to package directions.
  6. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
  7. Garnish with chopped green onions, if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes. You can also substitute different types of cheese, such as Monterey Jack or Colby Jack.