If you’re looking for a comfort-food classic with a little green built in, this Macaroni & Cheese With Broccoli keeps things simple and family-friendly. Creamy cheddar sauce coats tender elbow macaroni, while chopped broccoli adds color, texture, and a little extra goodness.
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Macaroni & Cheese With Broccoli
| Makes |
6 servings |
| Source |
MyPlate |
Ingredients
| Amount |
Ingredients |
| 2 cups |
elbow macaroni (uncooked) |
| 4 Tbsp. |
all-purpose flour |
| 2 cups |
1% milk |
| 2 cups |
low-fat shredded cheddar cheese |
| ½ tsp. |
black pepper |
| 2 cups |
cooked broccoli (chopped) |
Directions
| Step |
|
| 1 |
Cook the macaroni, following the instructions on the package. |
| 2 |
Drain the cooked macaroni and return it to the pan. |
| 3 |
While the macaroni is still warm, sprinkle in the flour and stir thoroughly. |
| 4 |
Over medium heat, slowly stir the milk into the macaroni. |
| 5 |
Add the cheese and black pepper. |
| 6 |
Stir over medium heat until the milk and cheese thicken into a creamy sauce, approximately 7-10 minutes. |
| 7 |
Stir in the broccoli, and heat thoroughly. |
| 8 |
Taste. Add a small amount of salt, if needed. |
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrient |
Amount |
| Calories |
326 |
| Total fat |
9 g |
| Saturated fat |
5 g |
| Cholesterol |
33 mg |
| Sodium |
276 mg |
| Carbohydrate |
39 g |
| Dietary fiber |
4 g |
| Total sugars |
6 g |
| Added sugars included |
0 g |
| Protein |
21 g |
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