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Skinny Broccoli Macaroni & Cheese
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Skinny Broccoli Macaroni & Cheese

Skinny Broccoli Macaroni & Cheese is made all in one pot and is rich, creamy, and lighter on calories! Made with my special lightened-up ultra-creamy sauce!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
18 mins
Total Time
33 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Course, Others

Ingredients

Cauliflower Puree
  • 1 cauliflower diced into florets and steamed, small head
  • ½ cup vegetable broth
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Broccoli Macaroni & Cheese
  • 12- ounce whole-wheat macaroni noodles box
  • 4 cups broccoli floret frozen
  • cauliflower puree
  • 1 ⅓ cups Monterey jack cheese shredded
  • 1 ⅓ cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • croutons to garnish (optional)

Instructions

Cauliflower Puree
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  1. Pulse the steamed cauliflower and vegetable broth in a blender until smooth and creamy. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Set aside.
Broccoli Macaroni & Cheese
  1. Cook the noodles al dente according to the directions on the back of the package. The last 5 minutes, place the broccoli florets into the pasta. Drain and place the noodles and broccoli back into the same pot.
  2. Turn the heat to low and add the cauliflower puree, Monterey jack cheese, and sharp cheddar cheese and allow the cheese to melt. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Place the mixture into a serving dish and garnish with croutons.