🧀🥣 Cheesy Mac & Veggie Comfort Soup 🌟

Macaroni and Cheese Soup Recipe 🧀🥣

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: 9 cups

Ingredients:

• 1 cup macaroni
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/2 cup margarine
• 1/2 cup celery, chopped
• 1 cup carrot, chopped
• 1 cup onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup milk
• 2 cups Velveeta cheese, cubed
• 2 chicken bouillon cubes
• 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/2 cup frozen corn kernels
• 1/2 cup frozen baby peas

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Macaroni:

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   • Cook the macaroni according to package directions, omitting salt.
   • Drain, rinse with cold water, and drain again.
   • Set aside.

2. Sauté Vegetables:

   • In a Dutch oven over medium heat, melt butter or margarine.
   • Add chopped celery, carrot, onion, and minced garlic.
   • Cook for a few minutes until the vegetables are almost tender.

3. Make the Cheese Base:

   • Remove the Dutch oven from heat.
   • Add milk, cubed Velveeta cheese, and chicken bouillon cubes.
   • Return to medium heat and cook until the cheese melts and the bouillon cubes are dissolved, stirring often.
   • Add white pepper for a bit of kick.

4. Thicken the Soup:

   • In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch with a bit of cold water to make a slurry.
   • Stir the cornstarch mixture into the milk and cheese base.
   • Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture slightly thickens and comes to a gentle boil.

5. Add Veggies:

   • Toss in the frozen corn kernels and frozen baby peas.
   • Bring the soup back to a boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer for about 3 minutes.

6. Combine and Finish:

   • Add the cooked macaroni to the soup.
   • Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the soup is heated through and the flavors meld together.
   • Taste and adjust seasonings if desired.

7. Serve and Enjoy:

   • Ladle the warm, comforting Macaroni and Cheese Soup into bowls.
   • Consider serving it alongside a fresh Waldorf-type salad and some crusty rolls for a complete meal.

This recipe for Macaroni and Cheese Soup is the epitome of comfort food, loved by both kids and adults alike. The creamy cheese base, paired with tender macaroni and colorful vegetables, creates a hearty and satisfying meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds. It’s perfect for chilly nights when you need a bowl of warmth and nostalgia. So, gather your ingredients, get cooking, and enjoy the cozy goodness of this beloved classic soup! 🧀🥣✨