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Cheesy Macaroni Soup

A warm and comforting soup that combines macaroni with a creamy cheese base, perfect for chilly nights and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 3 cups milk Use whole milk for creaminess.
  • 2 cups chicken broth Can substitute with vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
Cheeses
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded Freshly shredded for best melt.
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded Freshly shredded for best melt.
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated For topping, if desired.
Pasta and Seasonings
  • 1 cup macaroni pasta Cook according to package instructions.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon mustard powder Optional.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a large soup pot over medium heat.
  2. Melt butter in the pot and whisk in the flour.
  3. Gradually add the milk and broth, bringing to a gentle simmer.
  4. In a separate pot, cook the macaroni pasta according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
Assembly
  1. Stir in the shredded cheeses and seasonings into the soup base.
  2. Add the cooked macaroni to the soup and simmer until the cheese melts and the soup is creamy.
  3. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serving
  1. Serve hot with extra cheese or crispy bacon on top, if desired.

Notes

Add crispy bacon for extra flavor. Make it spicier by adding jalapeños or hot sauce. Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days.