Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy mac and cheese soup. Picture rich, velvety cheese enveloping tender elbow macaroni, creating a warm hug for your taste buds. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, bringing smiles to everyone at the table. With its inviting aroma and delightful flavors, this soup is sure to become a new favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup elbow macaroni
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in elbow macaroni and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente (7-8 minutes), stirring frequently.
- Reduce heat to low and add heavy cream, stirring until combined.
- Gradually mix in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt, pepper, and paprika to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or crispy bacon bits if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg