Description
A cozy weeknight delight that combines creamy cheese, tender broccoli, and soft macaroni for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions; add broccoli florets during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute until golden and bubbly.
- Gradually whisk in the milk and bring to a simmer, stirring until thickened and luscious.
- Stir in the cheddar cheese and garlic powder until melted and smooth—oh, that cheesy aroma!
- Combine the cooked macaroni and broccoli with the cheese sauce, season with salt and pepper, and mix well. Serve warm and watch it disappear!
Notes
Make-ahead: Cheese sauce and pasta/broccoli can be prepared in advance. Store leftovers for up to 3 days in the fridge. For extra creaminess, add a splash of cream cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg