Mac and Cheese Soup: Indulgent Comfort Food with Turkey Bacon
Indulge in this creamy Mac and Cheese Soup with savory turkey bacon for a comforting meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- In a large pot, cook the turkey bacon until crisp. Remove and crumble.
- In the same pot, add olive oil and sauté onion until translucent.
- Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add elbow macaroni and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes.
- Reduce heat and stir in cheddar cheese and milk until melted and smooth.
- Season with paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Top with crumbled turkey bacon before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier poke, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Mac and Cheese Soup, Turkey Bacon, Comfort Food