Description
A warm and cheesy fusion of macaroni and broccoli, perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz macaroni
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions. Add broccoli florets during the last 3 minutes of cooking. Drain and set aside.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir in flour and garlic powder and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk and cook until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese until melted.
- Combine the cheese sauce with the macaroni and broccoli, stirring until well coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients and consider adding herbs or a crispy topping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: main course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg