Description
Mac and Cheese Burger Soup is a delightfully creamy and hearty dish that combines the rich, cheesy goodness of mac and cheese with the savory flavors of a classic cheeseburger.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 4 tablespoon butter
- 4 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 6 cup chicken or beef broth
- 2 cup elbow macaroni
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar or pickle juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: diced pickles for topping
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the ground beef with the Italian seasoning and dried thyme over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat and set the beef aside.
- In the same pot, melt the butter. Add the onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables have softened. Then, add the garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring constantly.
- Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed vegetables and stir to coat them. Cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the flour to cook out the raw taste.
- Gradually pour in the broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Add the macaroni to the pot, reduce the heat, and simmer for 8-10 minutes until the pasta is tender.
- Stir in the heavy cream, then gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese, allowing it to melt completely. Finally, add the vinegar or pickle juice and return the cooked ground beef to the pot.
- Season the Mac and Cheese Burger Soup with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot, topping each bowl with a sprinkle of diced pickles if desired.
Notes
To ensure your Mac and Cheese Burger Soup turns out perfectly every time, here are a few tips and tricks:
– Brown the beef thoroughly for deeper flavor.
– Sauté the vegetables with care to create a flavorful base.
– Melt the cheese slowly for a creamy texture.
– Adjust seasoning to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg