Description
Creamy mac and cheese soup is the ultimate comfort dish, combining rich flavors and a velvety texture that warms you from the inside out. Perfect for chilly nights!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup elbow macaroni
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: crushed crackers or crispy breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Cook elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle flour over onions, whisking continuously for about 2 minutes to form a roux.
- Gradually whisk in vegetable broth followed by milk, stirring until smooth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese gradually until melted and creamy.
- Mix in cooked macaroni along with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Serve hot.
Notes
- For added nutrition, consider mixing in steamed vegetables like broccoli or spinach.
- Swap out different cheeses for unique flavor combinations (try Gruyère for extra creaminess).
- To enhance texture, top with crispy breadcrumbs or crushed crackers before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Comfort Food
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg