Description
Looking for the ultimate comfort food with a twist? This creamy, rich Mac and Cheese Soup is the perfect answer to your cravings. It combines everything you love about mac and cheese—melty cheddar, tender pasta, and indulgent creaminess in a cozy bowl. Perfect for quick dinners, easy recipes, and comforting food ideas.
Ingredients
4 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
2 cups milk
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups elbow macaroni
3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup cooked bacon, chopped
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Cook pasta in salted water until al dente, drain and set aside.
2. Melt butter in a pot, cook onion until soft, then add garlic.
3. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
4. Slowly whisk in broth, then add milk and cream. Simmer until slightly thickened.
5. Reduce heat and stir in cheeses until melted and smooth.
6. Add pasta and simmer briefly.
7. Season and serve with toppings.
Notes
Use freshly grated cheese for smoother melting.
Cook pasta separately to avoid sogginess.
Reheat gently with added liquid to restore texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 75mg