Hereโs a hearty Cheeseburger Soup Recipe Serves: 6-8 Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Ingredients 1 lb ground beef 1 small onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 medium carrot, diced 1 stalk celery, diced 2 tbsp unsalted butter 4 cups chicken or beef broth 1 cup whole milk 1 cup heavy cream 2 cups cheddar cheese 1 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional) 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni Salt and black pepper Chopped parsley Crumbled bacon (optional, for garnish) Instructions 1.Cook the Beef: In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium heat. In the same pot, Add onions, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. 2. Remove the grease from the pan. 3.Make the Base: Gradually add the broth, milk, and heavy cream. Bring to a boil. 4.Add the Noodles: Stir in the uncooked noodles and reduce the heat to medium. Let them cook in the soup for 8-10 minutes, or until al dente. 5.Finish the Soup: Reduce the heat to low. Slowly add the shredded cheddar cheese, a handful at a time, stirring until melted. Add paprika, smoked paprika, and ground mustard, if using. 6.Season and Serve: Taste and adjust the salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls and garnish with crumbled bacon, chopped parsley, or green onions, if desired.
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