Time:
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Introduction:
Let us introduce you to a delightful bowlful of Creamy Macaroni and Spinach Soup that promises to warm your heart and your taste buds. Filled with creamy cheese, fresh spinach, and tender pasta, this is the perfect companion on a cold day or a comforting end to a long day at work.
Why Make This Recipe:
In addition to bringing comfort on cold days, the Creamy Macaroni and Spinach Soup pairs nutrition with flavor. Spinach is known for its high levels of iron and vitamins, and when combined with the protein from the cheese and carbohydrates from the macaroni, it forms a well-balanced, nutritious meal.
How To Make Creamy Macaroni and Spinach Soup:
Ingredients:
1 cup macaroni pasta
4 cups vegetable broth
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth
Directions:
Cook the macaroni pasta in boiling salted water until al dente. Then, drain and set aside.
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium flame. Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic cloves and sauté until the onion turns translucent.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring it to a gentle simmer.
Next, stir in the milk and chopped spinach, letting it simmer until the spinach wilts.
Slowly whisk in the cheddar and parmesan cheese, continuously stirring until they melt and the mixture becomes creamy.
Add the cooked macaroni, sprinkle the salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth if you wish.
Finally, ladle the soup into bowls and serve warm.
How To Serve Creamy Macaroni and Spinach Soup:
Serve this comforting Creamy Macaroni and Spinach Soup piping hot, topped with a little extra cheese and a side of warm garlic bread for a hearty meal.
How To Store Creamy Macaroni and Spinach Soup:
This soup can be refrigerated in an air-tight container for up to 3 days. Reheat and serve when needed.
Tips To Make Creamy Macaroni and Spinach Soup:
For a richer flavor, try using a flavored vegetable broth or consider adding a crumbled vegetable stock cube to the water when boiling the macaroni.
Adding the cheese slowly and stirring continuously will prevent it from clumping together.
FAQs:
Can I use other types of pasta for this soup?
Yes, you can use any kind of small pasta.
What other cheese can I use for this soup?
You can use any cheese that melts well such as Monterey Jack, Colby, or fontina.
Can I add other vegetables to this soup?
Absolutely. You can add more veggies like chopped bell pepper, carrots, peas, and others.