MacAroni & Cheese Soup

Directions

Cook macaroni per package directions, omitting salt; drain.

Rinse in cold water; drain and set aside.

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add carrots, celery, and onion, and cook, stirring constantly, 5 to 7 minutes or until tender.

Remove vegetable mixture from heat; set aside.

Combine milk and cheese in a heavy Dutch oven, and cook over medium heat, stirring often, until cheese melts.

Stir in the bouillon granules and pepper.

Combine cornstarch and water, stirring well; stir into the milk mixture.

Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and come to a boil.

Boil 1 minute, stirring constantly.

Stir in macaroni, vegetable mixture, corn, peas; and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thoroughly heated.