Bacon Mac N Cheese Soup Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Cook the bacon in a large pot until crispy. Remove the bacon from the pot and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the pot.
• STEP 2.In the same pot, melt butter and sauté onions and garlic until softened.
• STEP 3.Add flour to the pot and cook for a minute to create a roux. Slowly whisk in milk and chicken broth until smooth.
• STEP 4.Bring the mixture to a simmer and add cooked macaroni, cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted and the soup is creamy.
• STEP 5.Crumble the cooked bacon and stir it into the soup. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• STEP 6.Serve the Bacon Mac N Cheese Soup hot, garnished with additional bacon and shredded cheese if desired.
• STEP 7.Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Cooking Tips

• For extra flavor, you can add chopped cooked vegetables like broccoli or cauliflower to the soup.
• If the soup becomes too thick upon reheating, you can thin it out with a little milk or chicken broth.
• Feel free to customize the toppings by adding chopped green onions, sour cream, or hot sauce.

Storage and Serving

• Serve the Bacon Mac N Cheese Soup hot as a main dish or as a side with a sandwich or salad.
• To reheat the soup, gently warm it on the stovetop over low heat, stirring occasionally.
• You can freeze the soup in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw it in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.