mac-and-cheese-soup.json

{
    "directions": [
        "Place the chopped bacon in a large, deep skillet, and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, 5 to 8 minutes. Drain the bacon on a paper towel-lined plate. Reserve 1 teaspoon of the bacon drippings.",
        "Fill a pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the macaroni, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.",
        "Heat reserved bacon drippings in a large saucepan over medium heat, and cook the onion until translucent, about 5 minutes; stir in the garlic, and cook until the garlic is softened, about 2 more minutes. Mix in bacon bits, chicken broth, cheese sauce, chicken bouillon granules, ground red chili pepper, black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, and cooked macaroni. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to a simmer; cook, stirring occasionally, until the flavors have blended, about 5 minutes."
    ],
    "ingredients": [
        "3 slices bacon, chopped (optional)",
        "1 teaspoon bacon drippings",
        "1 (7 ounce) package elbow macaroni",
        "1 small onion, finely chopped",
        "1/4 teaspoon minced garlic, or to taste",
        "2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth",
        "1 (16 ounce) jar cheese sauce (such as Ragu\u00ae Double Cheddar)",
        "2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules",
        "2 teaspoons ground red chili pepper, or to taste",
        "1 teaspoon ground black pepper",
        "1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste"
    ],
    "language": "en-US",
    "source": "allrecipes.com",
    "tags": [],
    "title": "Mac and Cheese Soup",
    "url": "http://allrecipes.com/recipe/218630/mac-and-cheese-soup/"
}