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French Onion Soup Mac and Cheese

A comforting blend of French onion soup flavors mixed with creamy mac and cheese, perfect for chilly evenings or tough days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Comfort Food, Main Course
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Onion Base
  • 2 large large onions, sliced thinly Yellow onions work well, but sweet varieties are preferred.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Use 5 if feeling extra zesty.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil Extra virgin preferred for taste.
  • 1 tbsp butter Optional, but recommended for flavor.
For the Soup Base
  • 1 cup beef or vegetable broth Use whatever you have on hand.
  • 1 cup cream For a rich and creamy texture.
For the Pasta
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni Classic choice; twisty pasta is fancy but not necessary.
For the Cheese
  • 1.5 cups grated Gruyère cheese A rich cheese that enhances the flavor.
  • 1 cup grated cheddar Sharp cheddar for added kick.
Seasoning
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.
  • optional fresh thyme or parsley for garnish Adds a pop of color and presentation.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by heating the olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic to the pot and sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the broth, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze any stuck bits.
  4. Stir in the uncooked macaroni and let it simmer uncovered for about 10-12 minutes, or until cooked al dente.
  5. Once the pasta is cooked, turn off the heat and stir in the cream and cheeses until melted and combined.
  6. Taste and season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Notes

If you burn the bottom, add a splash more broth and stir gently. If you're out of Gruyère, use a mix of mozzarella and cheddar.
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