Looking for a delicious and satisfying meal that is easy to make and perfect for any occasion? Look no further than this recipe for easy mac and cheese with broccoli. Made with simple ingredients and packed with flavor, this dish is sure to become a family favorite!
This easy pasta dish is the perfect combination of creamy, cheesy goodness and nutritious broccoli. The triple cheddar cheese adds a rich and tangy flavor, while the garlic powder adds depth and complexity. And with the added bonus of being quick and easy to make, this dish is a great option for busy weeknights or when you want a satisfying meal without spending too much time in the kitchen.
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- Cooking The Broccoli
- How To Make Mac and Cheese with Broccoli - Complete How-To Guide
- How To Make Mac and Cheese with Broccoli - Step-By-Step Guide:
- Let's Talk Substitutions
- Take This Recipe To The Next Level
- FAQ
- How to Make Easy Mac and Cheese with Broccoli
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If you're a beginner in the kitchen, don't worry – this recipe is perfect for you! It uses macaroni shells, which is a type of pasta that is easy to cook and perfect for making mac and cheese. And with the addition of broccoli, you're getting a nutritious and tasty vegetable that pairs perfectly with the creamy cheese sauce.
Cooking The Broccoli
I think one of my favorite things about this recipe is that there isn't an extra step for cooking the broccoli! It is cooked with the macaroni shells making this recipe that much easier!
How To Make Mac and Cheese with Broccoli - Complete How-To Guide
This Mac and Cheese recipe is ideal on days when you want a few bites of this delicious comfort food but don't want to spend a lot of time in the kitchen preparing it or making a mess.
Overall, this recipe for easy mac and cheese with broccoli is a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion. Give it a try and see for yourself just how tasty and nutritious this dish can be.
Ingredients For Mac And Cheese With Broccoli:
- Macaroni shells
- Broccoli
- Shredded triple cheddar cheese
- Milk
- Unsalted butter
- Cream Cheese
- Pepper
- Salt
- Garlic powder
See recipe card for quantities.
How To Make Mac and Cheese with Broccoli - Step-By-Step Guide:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the macaroni shells. Cook 2 minutes short of the package instructions, adding the broccoli in with 4 minutes remaining.
In a saucepan, bring milk to a simmer, reduce the heat & add the cream cheese. whisk until the cream cheese melts & is fully combined.
Add in the cheese, whisk until melted & is fully combined.
Add in the butter, whisk until it melts & is fully combined.
Season with salt, garlic powder, & lots of pepper. Mix well.
Add your macaroni shells & broccoli into the cheese sauce. Mix together & serve.
Let's Talk Substitutions
If you are gluten-free, you can still make this delicious recipe!
Simply trade out the macaroni shells for gluten-free macaroni shells & follow all of the instructions the same!
Take This Recipe To The Next Level
Since this recipe is so quick & easy- I like to step it up by adding shredded chicken!
The chicken transforms the flavor profile of this dish to be reminiscent of a Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Casserole… YUM!
Or, you can top it off with delicious bacon bits!
FAQ
I like whole milk for the milk since it creates a creamier sauce.
Cheddar cheese is the best cheese for mac & cheese. It has a slightly buttery, moist, and melty quality to it that is unbeatable.
How to Make Easy Mac and Cheese with Broccoli
This easy mac and cheese with broccoli is made with simple ingredients and packed with flavor, this dish is sure to become a family favorite!
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 4-5 servings 1x
Ingredients
- 1 pound macaroni shells
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 (8-ounce) block of cream cheese
- 12 oz of shredded triple cheddar cheese
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- Freshly ground pepper
- Salt
- 1 head of broccoli
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the macaroni shells. Cook 2 minutes short of the package instructions, adding the broccoli in with 4 minutes remaining.
- In a saucepan, bring milk to a simmer, reduce the heat & add the cream cheese. whisk until the cream cheese melts & is fully combined.
- Add in the cheese, whisk until melted & is fully combined.
- Add in the butter, whisk until it melts & is fully combined.
- Season with salt, garlic powder, & lots of pepper. Mix well.
- Add your macaroni shells & broccoli into the cheese sauce. Mix together & serve!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
Keywords: Mac and Cheese with Broccoli
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