Description
A hearty and comforting macaroni soup combining ground beef, creamy cheddar cheese, and elbow macaroni, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: diced tomatoes, pickles, and green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat and brown the ground beef for 5-7 minutes until cooked.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Pour in the beef broth and bring to a boil.
- Add the elbow macaroni and cook until al dente, about 7-9 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low, stir in the milk and cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper to taste. Garnish as desired.
Notes
For added flavor, try incorporating spices like smoked paprika or ground mustard. Letting the soup sit for a few minutes after cooking enhances flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: soup, macaroni, cheeseburger, comfort food, one-pot meal
