Chicken Mac and Cheese Soup - Ultimate Comfort Food

Ingredients

• 1 French baguette, sliced.
• 2 tablespoons olive oil.
• ½ cup shredded cheese.
• ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes.
• 2 chicken breasts (or 3 cups cooked).
• Salt and pepper to taste.
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil.
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter.
• 3 carrots, sliced.
• 1 celery rib, sliced.
• 1 yellow onion, diced.
• 4 cups chicken stock.
• ¼ cup white wine (optional).
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme.
• ¼ teaspoon nutmeg.
• ¾ tablespoon Dijon mustard.
• ½ pound small shell pasta.
• 2 cups whole milk or half-and-half.
• ½ cup Gruyère cheese.
• 1 cup Colby Jack cheese.
• ½ cup Cheddar cheese.
• Parsley and paprika for garnish.