Description
Creamy mac cheese soup delights taste buds with classic comfort flavors blended into a silky, hearty bowl. Cheesy goodness meets hearty warmth, inviting you to savor each spoonful of pure culinary comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheeses:
- 2 cups sharp yellow cheddar cheese, grated
- 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
Main Ingredients:
- 5 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup elbow macaroni, uncooked
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Seasonings and Garnish:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 tablespoon mustard powder
- Green onions for garnish
- Black pepper for garnish
Instructions
- Heat broth in a large pot over medium-high heat until gently bubbling, then add macaroni and cook for 8-10 minutes until perfectly tender.
- In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, then sprinkle flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to create a smooth, golden roux.
- Slowly stream milk into the roux, whisking constantly to prevent lumps and create a silky base, then incorporate cheeses and seasonings, stirring until completely melted and integrated.
- Transfer cooked macaroni and broth to the cheese sauce, gently folding to ensure every pasta piece is evenly coated with the creamy mixture.
- Transfer to serving bowls, then delicately garnish with finely chopped green onions and a light dusting of black pepper for a vibrant finishing touch.
Notes
- Adjust pasta cooking time for softer or firmer bite, keeping it slightly under-cooked for a more authentic mac and cheese experience.
- Grate cheese at room temperature and use freshly grated for smoother, creamier sauce that melts more evenly.
- Swap regular milk with lactose-free, almond, or oat milk for dairy-free version; use gluten-free pasta and flour for celiac-friendly option.
- Try smoked paprika, cayenne, or truffle oil to elevate the classic recipe with unexpected depth and complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg