Macaroni and Cheese Soup with Broccoli
"Broccoli Macaroni and Cheese Soup is the ultimate in cozy comfort food! This beloved classic has been transformed into a delightful, kid-approved soup that brings all the cheesy goodness to a warm bowl."
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Ingredients
- 4 oz dry elbow pasta or small shape
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp salted butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- 2 1/2 cups fat free low sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup fat free milk
- pinch nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp dry mustard
- salt and fresh pepper to taste
- 2 cups about 10 oz broccoli florets, chopped into small pieces
- 1-1/2 cups 2% sharp cheddar
- 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 cups onion
- 1 large carrot
- 1 celery stalk
Instructions
- 1
In a pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta following the instructions on the package until it reaches an al dente texture. Drain the pasta and set it aside for later use.
- 2
Finely dice the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic using either a knife or a mini food processor.
- 3
In a spacious soup pot or Dutch oven, melt a light amount of butter over low heat. Incorporate the chopped vegetables and sauté them until they become tender, which should take around 5 minutes.
- 4
Sprinkle flour and freshly ground pepper into the pot, stirring until the mixture is smooth and combined.
- 5
Gradually pour in the chicken broth, milk, nutmeg, and dry mustard powder, whisking continuously to ensure everything blends well.
- 6
Increase the heat to medium-low and allow the mixture to reach a gentle simmer. Cover the pot and let it cook on low for approximately 10-15 minutes.
- 7
Introduce the broccoli florets and parmesan cheese to the pot, stirring thoroughly. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as desired.
- 8
Cook the mixture uncovered until the broccoli is tender, which should take about 5 minutes. Remove the pot from the heat and allow it to cool slightly until the boiling subsides.
- 9
Gradually mix in the cheddar cheese, adding it in small amounts and stirring well until it has completely melted into the soup.
- 10
Fold the cooked elbow macaroni back into the soup, mixing thoroughly, and make any necessary adjustments to the salt and pepper.
- 11
Serve immediately to prevent the pasta from soaking up too much of the broth.