Broccoli-Pasta Soup

Since the weather insists on being cold and snowy, I keep on making nice, hot soups to warm us up. This one is super easy, loaded with yummies, and super delicious.  It also makes a ton, so you can half it if you have a smaller family (or you could freeze it for later). Enjoy!

Ingredients:

-1/2 lb bacon, chopped

-1 medium onion, finely chopped

-1 clove garlic, minced

-6 cups chicken broth

-1.5 cups dry elbow macaroni

-1 lb broccoli florets

-6 cups milk

-1 tsp salt

-1 tsp pepper

-2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Directions:

In a large pot, brown the bacon. Once it render its fat and is nice and brown, add the onion. Give it a good stir and cook for 2-3 minutes.  Add the garlic and cook for another minute.

Add the broth and bring it to a boil. Add the pasta and cook for 7 minutes, Toss in the broccoli and milk. Give it a good stir and heat to just boiling point.

Remove pot from stove and stir in the cheese. Ladle into bowls and enjoy!