Best 7 Mac And Cheese With Broccoli Recipes

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Mac and cheese with broccoli is a classic comfort food dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend lunch. This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables, and it is also a good source of protein and calcium. Mac and cheese with broccoli is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. You can add other vegetables, such as peas or carrots, or you can add different cheeses, such as cheddar or mozzarella. You can also bake the mac and cheese or cook it on the stovetop. No matter how you choose to make it, mac and cheese with broccoli is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

MAC AND CHEESE WITH BROCCOLI



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Make this satisfying side with two ingredients in 10 minutes!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 10m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 2

1/2 cup uncooked elbow macaroni (2 oz)
1 box (10 oz) frozen broccoli & cheese sauce

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, cook macaroni as directed on package. Drain; return to saucepan.
  • Meanwhile, cook broccoli as directed on box.
  • Stir broccoli with cheese sauce into macaroni.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 2/3 Cup, Sodium 550 mg, Sugar 5 g

MACARONI AND CHEESE WITH BROCCOLI



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 package macaroni and cheese mix
1 to 1 1/2 cups leftover broccoli florets

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Make macaroni and cheese according to package directions. Add broccoli and stir to combine. Transfer to a medium-size casserole dish and bake until heated through, about 10 minutes.

BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE W/ BROCCOLI



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Make and share this Baked Macaroni and Cheese W/ Broccoli recipe from Food.com.

Provided by hayleyerin

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

cooking spray, 2 sprays
12 ounces uncooked pasta (preferrably whole wheat, about 2 1/2 cups)
1/8 teaspoon table salt, for pasta cooking water
10 ounces broccoli, small florets (about 2 1/2 cups)
1 teaspoon butter
1/3 cup fresh breadcrumb
3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese, divided
2 1/2 cups skim milk
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup onion, diced
1 cup low-fat shredded cheddar cheese (sharp)
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons table salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375ºF. Coat a shallow 2-quart baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Cook pasta in a large pot of lightly salted boiling water according to package directions, adding broccoli to water 3 minutes before pasta will be done; drain pasta and broccoli and return to pot.
  • Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; add bread crumbs and cook, stirring often, until light golden, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and transfer crumbs to a small bowl; stir in 1 tablespoon of Parmesan cheese and set aside.
  • In same saucepan (wipe clean if necessary), whisk together milk and flour until blended; add onion. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, whisking frequently. Reduce heat to low and simmer until thickened, about 2 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and whisk in cheddar cheese, mustard, salt, pepper and remaining 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese. Pour over cooked, drained pasta and broccoli; toss to mix and coat.
  • Transfer to a baking dish and sprinkle top evenly with bread crumbs. Bake until bubbly at edges, about 20 to 25 minutes. Divide into 8 pieces and serve. Yields 1 piece per serving. (5 WW Points/ serving).

ONE-POT BROCCOLI MAC AND CHEESE



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In the time it takes to make boxed macaroni and cheese, you can have a homemade version that's creamy with lots of sharp Cheddar, studded with broccoli and doesn't require making a roux. Instead, the sauce is thickened by the pasta's starch: As the noodles cook in milk, the milk thickens to the consistency of cream and the pasta absorbs the seasonings. Here, that's garlic powder, but you could also use mustard powder, ground cayenne or grated nutmeg like in traditional mac and cheese. The broccoli pieces end up soft and sweet, but if you want more bite, add them halfway through cooking.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, weekday, pastas, vegetables, main course, side dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound elbow macaroni
1 pound broccoli, stem and florets coarsely chopped
2 1/2 cups whole milk
2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
8 ounces coarsely grated sharp Cheddar (about 2 cups)
Black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot or skillet, combine the macaroni, broccoli, milk, salt and garlic powder. Add 3 cups of water, and stir to combine. (The pasta may not be fully submerged. That's OK!) Bring to an active simmer over medium-high. Reduce the heat to medium to gently simmer. Cook, stirring often to ensure even cooking and to keep things from sticking to the bottom of the pot, until the pasta is tender, and the liquid resembles heavy cream and coats the noodles, 8 to 12 minutes. If the liquid evaporates so much that you don't see any between noodles, add 1/2 cup water. Adjust the heat as needed to maintain a gentle simmer.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the Cheddar. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Eat!

CHEESY BROCCOLI MACARONI



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You'll need just four ingredients to fix this macaroni and cheese that gets extra flavor from broccoli and bacon. "It's a quick and easy dish, and it makes a nice lunch or side dish for supper," assures Dorothy Pritchett of Wills Point, Texas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

2-1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 cup frozen chopped broccoli
8 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
3 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook broccoli according to package directions until crisp-tender; drain. Add the cheese; cook and stir over medium-low heat until cheese is melted. , Drain macaroni; transfer to a large bowl. Stir in the cheese mixture. Sprinkle with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391 calories, Fat 17g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 762mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

BROCCOLI MAC & CHEESE BAKE



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My husband made a version of this casserole for me on our first date. Over the 11 years we've been married, we've made several changes to the ingredients and now it's even better than the original. -Lisa DeMarsh, Mount Solon, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1/2 cup butter, cubed
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 cans (12 ounces each) evaporated milk
2-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1/2 cup crushed cornbread-flavored crackers (about 6 crackers)

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions, adding broccoli during the last 3-4 minutes; drain. , In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper and salt until smooth; gradually stir in evaporated milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in 2 cups cheese., Place half of the macaroni and broccoli in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with half of the cheese sauce. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with cracker crumbs and remaining cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 375° until bubbly, 20-25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calories, Fat 21g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 331mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

BROCCOLI CHEDDAR MAC 'N' CHEESE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: mac 'n' cheese, broccoli, grated cheddar cheese, pepper

Provided by Julie Klink

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 box mac 'n' cheese
1 cup broccoli, cooked
½ cup grated cheddar cheese
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Prepare 1 box of Mac 'N' Cheese according to instructions on box.
  • Add cooked broccoli, cheddar cheese, and pepper stir until fully incorporated.
  • Top with desired garnish. Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 471 calories, Carbohydrate 67 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 9 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the right macaroni. Elbow macaroni is the classic choice for mac and cheese, but you can also use other shapes like penne, shells, or rotini.
  • Cook the macaroni al dente. This means cooking it until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked macaroni will be mushy and unpleasant.
  • Make a creamy cheese sauce. The cheese sauce is the heart of any mac and cheese recipe. Use a combination of cheeses that melt well together, such as cheddar, Gruyère, and Parmesan.
  • Add some vegetables. Broccoli is a classic addition to mac and cheese, but you can also use other vegetables like cauliflower, peas, or carrots.
  • Top with a crispy crumb topping. A crumb topping adds a delicious crunchy texture to mac and cheese. You can make a simple crumb topping by combining bread crumbs, butter, and Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake until golden brown. Mac and cheese is typically baked in the oven until the top is golden brown and bubbly. This usually takes about 20 minutes.

Conclusion:

Mac and cheese is a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With so many variations to choose from, there's sure to be a mac and cheese recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give one of these mac and cheese recipes a try.

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