Broccoli Mac and Cheese

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5.0

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    25 mins

  • Servings

    6

  • Calories

    446 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Broccoli Mac and Cheese

This broccoli mac and cheese is an easy stovetop recipe with tender pasta in a creamy cheddar cheese sauce and plenty of fresh steamed broccoli. An easy and family friendly meal!

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Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 2 cups water
  • 4 cups milk
  • 12 ounces medium shell pasta uncooked
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups steamed broccoli florets
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Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the flour, then whisk until combined, about 30 seconds.
  2. Pour in the water and whisk until smooth and just thickened.
  3. Add the milk and whisk until combined.
  4. Stir in the shell pasta salt, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika and pepper, then bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is done
  6. Turn the heat to low, then stir in the cheese. Keep stirring until the sauce is smooth. Stir in the broccoli, then serve.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 446kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 30g (10%) Protein 24g (48%) Fat 34g (52%) Saturated Fat 21g (105%) Cholesterol 105mg (35%) Sodium 666mg (28%) Potassium 288mg (8%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 1215IU (24%) Calcium 729mg (73%) Iron 0.7mg (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 446 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 446kcal 22%
Carbohydrates 30g 10%
Protein 24g 48%
Fat 34g 52%
Saturated Fat 21g 105%
Cholesterol 105mg 35%
Sodium 666mg 28%
Potassium 288mg 6%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 1215IU 24%
Calcium 729mg 73%
Iron 0.7mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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