Description

This creamy macaroni soup is a comforting, hearty dish made with tender vegetables, elbow macaroni, and a rich, creamy broth, perfect for cozy dinners or a satisfying weeknight meal.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon cooking oil

1 medium onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup diced carrots

1/2 cup diced celery

1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)

1/2 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)

1 cup elbow macaroni, uncooked

4 cups chicken broth

1 cup milk

1/2 cup all-purpose cream

Salt and pepper to taste

Chopped parsley or green onions for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Heat the cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Sauté the onions: Add the chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
Add garlic: Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Cook vegetables: Stir in the diced carrots and celery, cooking for about 5 minutes until slightly tender.
Add vegetables and broth: Stir in the corn kernels and green peas, and then pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
Cook pasta: Once boiling, add the uncooked elbow macaroni. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for about 10–12 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
Add milk and cream: Stir in the milk and let it heat through for about 2–3 minutes. Then add the all-purpose cream and mix until well incorporated. Let the soup simmer for another 2–3 minutes, but do not let it boil after adding the cream.
Season: Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Garnish and serve: Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
Feel free to add extra vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, or spinach to boost the nutrition.
If you prefer a spicier soup, try adding red pepper flakes or hot sauce.
If you don’t have elbow macaroni, other small pasta shapes like shells, penne, or fusilli work well.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 30mg