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Broccoli Macaroni

A delicious and healthy baked broccoli macaroni and cheese recipe.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 oz high fiber elbow macaroni
  • 1.5 tbsp butter
  • 0.25 cup minced onion
  • 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups skim milk
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 8 oz reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
  • 12 oz fresh broccoli florets
  • 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
  • 0.25 cup seasoned bread crumbs
  • cooking spray cooking spray

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cook pasta and broccoli together in salted water until al dente, then drain. Spray a baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  3. In a large skillet, melt butter. Add onion and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Whisk in milk and broth, bring to a boil, and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Remove sauce from heat, stir in cheese until melted. Mix in cooked pasta and broccoli. Transfer to baking dish, top with parmesan and bread crumbs, and spray with cooking spray.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, then broil for a few minutes until breadcrumbs are golden.

Notes

For added flavor, you can sprinkle some red pepper flakes or add extra cheese.