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Macaroni & Cheese with Broccoli

Macaroni & Cheese with Broccoli

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  • 25 Min
  • 6 Servings
  • $8

INGREDIENTS

  • Pasta

    • 🍝 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni

  • Dairy

    • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
    • 🥛 2 cups 1% milk
    • 🧀 2 cups low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded

  • Seasoning

    • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

  • Vegetables

    • 🥦 2 cups cooked broccoli, chopped

STEPS

1

Wash hands with soap and water.

2

Cook macaroni, following the instructions on the package.

3

Drain the cooked macaroni and return to the pan.

4

While the macaroni is still warm, sprinkle in the flour and stir thoroughly.

5

Over medium heat, slowly stir the milk into the macaroni.

6

Add the cheese and pepper.

7

Stir over medium heat until the milk and cheese thicken into a creamy sauce, approximately 7-10 minutes.

8

Stir in the broccoli; heat thoroughly.

9

Taste; add a small amount of salt, if needed.

10

Refrigerate leftovers.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

287

Calories

  • 20
    Protein
  • 42
    Carbs
  • 4
    Fats

💡 For added variety, consider substituting the broccoli with roasted squash or sweet potatoes in the colder months or roasted beets in spring.Make sure to stir constantly when adding the milk and cheese to prevent lumps or curdling.Use low-fat dairy products to make the dish lighter while retaining creaminess.