Broccoli Macaroni and Cheese
Elevate your mac and cheese with nutritious, delicious broccoli!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Gruyère cheese (or American, more cheddar, etc.)
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, or to taste
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni in boiling salted water following the package directions (1 teaspoon salt per quart of water). Drain well.
- While the macaroni cooks, steam the broccoli in a small amount of water for 8 to 10 minutes until tender
- but still bright green.
- Heat the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. When the butter begins to sizzle, add the flour and cook while stirring for 2 minutes. Gradually add the milk and continue cooking until the sauce has thickened. Add the cheese and cook until it has melted.
- Combine the hot, cooked macaroni with the broccoli and cheese sauce. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and cayenne, and enjoy!
Find it online: https://classic-recipes.com/broccoli-macaroni-and-cheese/