Description
Creamy Mac and Cheese Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This rich and velvety soup combines the nostalgic flavors of classic mac and cheese with a hearty twist. Each spoonful delivers cheesy goodness that warms both body and soul, making it the ideal dish for cozy gatherings or family dinners. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this recipe ensures everyone will be coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup elbow macaroni
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: bacon bits and chives for topping
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Gradually sprinkle flour while stirring to form a roux.
- Slowly whisk in chicken broth followed by milk until smooth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in elbow macaroni and cook on low heat for 8-10 minutes until tender.
- Remove from heat and fold in shredded cheddar until fully melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm topped with optional bacon bits or chives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For a gluten-free version, substitute with gluten-free pasta. Experiment with different cheeses like gouda or pepper jack for varied flavors. To make it spicy, add diced jalapeños or hot sauce.