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French Onion Soup Mac & Cheese

French Onion Soup Mac & Cheese: Comfort in Every Bite

This French Onion Soup Mac & Cheese combines the rich flavors of classic French onion soup with creamy mac and cheese for ultimate comfort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Elbow Macaroni Can substitute with penne or shells
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 2 medium Onions Use yellow onions for best caramelization
  • 1 cup Gruyère Cheese Substitute with Swiss or Fontina
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Sharp cheddar preferred
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Can replace with provolone
  • 1 cup Milk Half-and-half can be used for richness
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth Mushroom broth adds umami
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Panko or crushed crackers as alternatives

Equipment

  • skillet
  • large pot
  • baking dish

Method
 

Caramelizing Onions
  1. In a large skillet, melt some butter over medium-low heat. Add thinly sliced yellow onions and cook for 30-40 minutes until golden brown and aromatic.
Cooking Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions for 8-10 minutes, then drain.
Making Cheese Sauce
  1. Pour milk and vegetable broth into the caramelized onions, stir gently, then add Gruyère, cheddar, and mozzarella, stirring until melted into a creamy sauce.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well coated.
Assembling
  1. Transfer the mixture to a greased dish, spread evenly, and top with breadcrumbs and any remaining cheese.
Baking
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for about 20 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Optional: Add fresh herbs or Worcestershire sauce for extra flavor. Perfect for make-ahead meals.

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