Broccoli Mac and Cheese
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
446 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Broccoli Mac and Cheese
Description
This recipe begins by making a roux from butter and flour, then gradually whisking in water and milk to form a creamy sauce base. Seasonings include salt, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper, offering subtle smoky notes alongside savory flavors. Medium shell pasta cooks directly in the sauce mixture for ten minutes until tender, absorbing the flavors.
Once the pasta reaches the desired doneness, shredded cheddar cheese is stirred in over low heat to melt smoothly into the sauce. Steamed broccoli florets are then folded in, providing a fresh, mild vegetable contrast to the creamy, cheesy pasta.
The dish is served immediately to maintain the smooth sauce and tender broccoli texture. It combines the comforting qualities of macaroni and cheese with added vegetable nutrition and color. The use of smoked paprika introduces a gentle warmth without overpowering the dish.
Ingredients
- 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 cheddar cheese shredded
- 2 cups broccoli steamed florets
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the flour, then whisk until combined, about 30 seconds.
- Pour in the water and whisk until smooth and just thickened.
- Add the milk and whisk until combined.
- Stir in the shell pasta salt, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika and pepper, then bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is done
- 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
Show DetailsNutrition 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.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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