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Broccoli Macaroni and Cheese

A delicious baked broccoli macaroni and cheese recipe that is healthy and kid-friendly!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 oz high fiber elbows pasta
  • 1.5 tbsp butter
  • 0.25 cup minced onion
  • 0.25 cup flour
  • 2 cups skim milk
  • 1 cup fat free chicken broth
  • 8 oz reduced-fat sharp cheddar
  • salt and fresh pepper to taste
  • 12 oz fresh broccoli florets
  • 2 tbsp grated parmesan
  • 0.25 cup seasoned bread crumbs
  • cooking spray

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cook pasta and broccoli together in a large pot of salted water, according to package directions for al dente (or slightly under cook 2 minutes). Spray a baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  3. In a large, heavy skillet, melt butter. Add onion and cook over low heat about 2 minutes, add flour and cook another minute, or until the flour is golden and well combined. Add milk and chicken broth and whisk, raising heat to medium-high until it comes to a boil; cook about 5 minutes or until the sauce becomes smooth and thick. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Once the sauce is thick, remove from heat, add cheese and mix well until cheese is melted. Adjust salt and pepper to taste, add cooked macaroni and broccoli and mix well. Pour into prepared baking dish. Top with grated cheese and breadcrumbs. Spray a little more cooking spray on top.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, then broil for a few minutes to get the breadcrumbs golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg

Notes

This baked broccoli macaroni and cheese is a healthy, creamy, and delicious dish perfect for family dinners!
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