Creamy Four-Cheese Broccoli Macaroni Recipe

Name: Creamy Four-Cheese Broccoli Macaroni
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup all-purpose flour; 2 1/3 cups 1 percent milk; 1/2 cup shredded Fontina; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan; 1/2 cup shredded non-fat Cheddar; 3 ounces reduced-fat processed American cheese (recommended: Velveeta Light), shredded; 3 cups cooked elbow macaroni; 1 1/2 cups broccoli florets, steamed; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 sprays nonstick cooking spray; 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs

Servings: persons

1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 1/3 cups 1 percent milk
1/2 cup shredded Fontina
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1/2 cup shredded non-fat Cheddar
3 ounces reduced-fat processed American cheese (recommended: Velveeta Light), shredded
3 cups cooked elbow macaroni
1 1/2 cups broccoli florets, steamed
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 sprays nonstick cooking spray
1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs

1
Pre-heat oven to 370 degrees F.
2
Combine flour and milk in a large saucepan over medium-high heat, whisking until blended.
3
Reduce heat to medium and continue to cook over medium heat until thick, stirring constantly, about 10 minutes.
4
Whisk in all the cheeses and continue cooking until melted.
5
Remove cheese sauce from heat and stir in cooked macaroni and broccoli.
6
Season with salt, to taste.
7
Lightly spray a 2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
8
Pour pasta and cheese sauce mixture into dish.
9
Top with breadcrumbs and bake for 30 minutes or until bubbly.
10
Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup all-purpose flour, 2 1/3 cups 1 percent milk, 1/2 cup shredded Fontina, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan, and more.

Yes, Creamy Four-Cheese Broccoli Macaroni falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Creamy Four-Cheese Broccoli Macaroni

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