Healthy One Pot Broccoli Mac & Cheese: Easy Comfort Food Redefined
A deliciously creamy and wholesome version of classic mac and cheese, packed with broccoli.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- In a large pot, cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until the mixture is thickened.
- Add in the shredded cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until cheese is melted and smooth.
- Fold in the cooked macaroni and broccoli florets until well combined. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For a healthier version, you can use whole grain pasta.
- This dish can be made in advance and reheated later.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 450 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 8 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 40 milligrams
Keywords: Healthy One Pot Broccoli Mac & Cheese