Broccoli Mac and Cheese

Patricia Martinescu from Bake Cook Repeat

If you’re looking for a way to get some extra veggies at the dinner table, this One-pot Broccoli Mac and Cheese is the recipe for you!

5 from 12 votes

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Course Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine American, Italian

Servings

Calories 434 kcal

Ingredients

8 ounces mini farfalle, orzo or macaroni
4 cups water
2 cups cheddar cheese freshly shredded
1 whole head broccoli cut into bite size pieces
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 whole shallots minced
1 large carrot grated
2 garlic cloves
4 Tablespoons butter unsalted

Instructions

Add butter, shallots, shredded carrot, broccoli pieces and pressed garlic to a large cooking pan. Cook on medium heat for 5-7 minutes until soft and fragrant.
1 whole head broccoli, 2 whole shallots, 1 large carrot, 2 garlic cloves, 4 Tablespoons butter
Add dry, uncooked pasta to the same pot, along with water. Bring to a simmer and cook until most of the water is absorbed, not all. A little bit of water is necessary for the sauce. Stir frequently. Depending on the pasta shape used, cook time will vary.
8 ounces mini farfalle, orzo or macaroni, 4 cups water
Add heavy cream and freshly shredded cheddar cheese. Stir to combine and simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes until sauce is thickened.
2 cups cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup heavy cream

Nutrition

Calories: 434kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 14gFat: 41gSaturated Fat: 25gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 81mgFiber: 0.03gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1353IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 432mgIron: 0.1mg

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Keyword Easy dinner, Easy recipes, Lunch, One-pot meals

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