Description
Cozy up with a bowl of Mac and Cheese Soup, the ultimate comfort food that combines the creamy goodness of cheese and pasta in a hearty, warming soup. This delicious dish is perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings, offering a delightful twist on the classic mac and cheese everyone loves. Made with rich cheeses and tender elbow macaroni, this soup is not only easy to prepare but also customizable for your family’s tastes. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up a satisfying meal that will nourish your soul and please even the pickiest eaters.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 cups chicken broth
- 1¼ cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup milk
- 4 ounces spreadable cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded Swiss cheese
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dry mustard powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium pot, boil chicken broth and add elbow macaroni. Cook until al dente.
- In a separate saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour to create a roux; cook for 1 minute.
- Add minced garlic to the roux; cook until fragrant.
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth; stir in seasonings.
- Incorporate cream cheese and shredded cheeses until melted and smooth.
- Combine cooked pasta with cheese mixture; heat through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg