Hot Dog, Mac & Cheese Soup
Makes 6 (1-cup) servings

Prep Time: 10 min.
Cooking Time: 8 min.

Ingredients

• 4 - ounces ( 1-1/2 cups) uncooked dried small macaroni shells
• 2 - Tablespoons butter
• 2 - Tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 - teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
• 1 - can (14-ounces) chicken broth
• 1-1/2 - cups Fat Free Half & Half or milk
• 1/2 - pound slice (1 inch thick) Deli American Cheese, cubed 1-inch
• 1 - cup chopped or sliced hot dogs
• Salt and pepper, if desired

Directions

Cook pasta according to package directions. Set aside.

1. In a 3-quart saucepan, you want to melt butter until sizzling and stir in flour and mustard.
2. Add broth and half & half. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, for 4 to 5 minutes or until mixture comes to a boil.
3. Reduce heat to low and stir in cheese until melted.
4. Next, stir in macaroni and ham.
5. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes or until heated through. Salt and pepper to taste.