Description
A creamy and comforting mac and cheese dish with the addition of broccoli, perfect for autumn.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a pot, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add flour, stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
- Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in cheese until melted.
- Add cooked macaroni and broccoli to the cheese sauce. Mix well.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- You can use any cheese variety you prefer.
- For a crunchy topping, sprinkle breadcrumbs on top before baking.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Autumn Mac & Cheese, Broccoli Mac & Cheese, Comfort Food