Name: one pot macaroni cheeseburger soup hearty delicious
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 400g (14oz) Halal Ground Beef: for a rich, savory base; 200g (7oz) Elbow Macaroni: classic pasta shape; 150g (5oz) Large Onion, Diced: foundational aromatic; 2 Cloves Garlic, Minced: adds savory depth; 80g (3oz) Carrot, Diced: adds sweetness and color; 80g (3oz) Celery, Diced: provides savory note and crunch; 2 tbsp (30ml) Olive Oil: for sautéing; 2 tbsp (30g / 1oz) Tomato Paste: concentrated tomato flavor; 1 tsp (5ml) Smoked Paprika: smoky flavor; 0.5 tsp (2.5ml) Ground Cumin: warm, earthy note; 1 tsp (5ml) Mustard Powder: subtle tang; 1 cup (240ml) Canned Diced Tomatoes: acidity and tomato flavor; 4 cups (960ml) Vegetable Broth: liquid base; 1 cup (240ml) Water: adjusts consistency; 200g (7oz) Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Shredded: bold, cheesy flavor; 100g (3.5oz) Cream Cheese, Softened: adds creaminess; 1 tsp (5ml) Chipotle in Adobo Sauce, Minced: smoky heat; Salt and Pepper, to taste: essential seasoning; 2 tbsp (30ml) Broth: for swirl consistency; Chives, Chopped: fresh garnish; Pickled Cucumber Ribbons: tangy garnish (optional)

Description

This Macaroni Cheeseburger Soup combines the flavors of a classic cheeseburger into a comforting and hearty soup. A smoky chipotle cheddar swirl adds a delightful kick and visual appeal.

Ingredients

Scale

400g (14oz) Halal Ground Beef: for a rich, savory base
200g (7oz) Elbow Macaroni: classic pasta shape
150g (5oz) Large Onion, Diced: foundational aromatic
2 Cloves Garlic, Minced: adds savory depth
80g (3oz) Carrot, Diced: adds sweetness and color
80g (3oz) Celery, Diced: provides savory note and crunch
2 tbsp (30ml) Olive Oil: for sautéing
2 tbsp (30g / 1oz) Tomato Paste: concentrated tomato flavor
1 tsp (5ml) Smoked Paprika: smoky flavor
0.5 tsp (2.5ml) Ground Cumin: warm, earthy note
1 tsp (5ml) Mustard Powder: subtle tang
1 cup (240ml) Canned Diced Tomatoes: acidity and tomato flavor
4 cups (960ml) Vegetable Broth: liquid base
1 cup (240ml) Water: adjusts consistency
200g (7oz) Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Shredded: bold, cheesy flavor
100g (3.5oz) Cream Cheese, Softened: adds creaminess
1 tsp (5ml) Chipotle in Adobo Sauce, Minced: smoky heat
Salt and Pepper, to taste: essential seasoning
2 tbsp (30ml) Broth: for swirl consistency
Chives, Chopped: fresh garnish
Pickled Cucumber Ribbons: tangy garnish (optional)

Instructions

Sauté Vegetables: Sauté onion, carrot, and celery in olive oil until softened (5-6 minutes).
Bloom Garlic: Add garlic and cook until fragrant (1 minute).
Brown Beef: Brown ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon (4-5 minutes).
Add Spices: Stir in tomato paste, smoked paprika, cumin, and mustard powder; cook for 2 minutes.
Simmer Soup: Add diced tomatoes, broth, and water; bring to a simmer.
Cook Macaroni: Add macaroni and cook until al dente (10-12 minutes).
Season Soup: Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Make Swirl: Combine cheddar, cream cheese, chipotle, and broth; whisk until smooth.
Serve & Swirl: Ladle soup and drizzle with chipotle cheddar swirl.
Garnish & Enjoy: Garnish with chives and pickled cucumbers (optional).

Notes

For an even creamier texture, blend a portion of the soup before adding the macaroni. Adjust the amount of chipotle to control the heat level.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1.5 cups
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 10 g
Sodium: 800 mg
Fat: 20 g
Saturated Fat: 10 g
Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
Trans Fat: 1 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 20 g
Cholesterol: 80 mg

Keywords: soup,macaroni,cheeseburger,chipotle,cheddar,comfort food,beef,easy,weeknight,dinner