Mac N Cheese W Califlower And Broccoli Recipe

Name: Mac N Cheese W Califlower And Broccoli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the sauce:; 3T butter; 3T flour; 2c lowfat milk (I use 1%); salt, pepper, Mrs Dash spicy(optional); 1/2 t. dry mustard, good pinch of cayenne; Sharp Cheddar, Gorgonzola, Parmesan cheeses; For the rest:; 1 med cauliflower head; 1 med head of broccoli; 1 cup dry penne (approx)

Servings: persons

1
To prepare veggies and pasta:
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Wash cauliflower and broccoli thoroughly and cut in 2 in chunks, then steam, leaving some crunch, add to large bowl
3
Cook Penne, rinse and put in bowl w veggies
4
To make sauce:
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Melt butter on low heat, add flour and stir with whisk over med heat until slightly bubbly, slightly brown and smelling as though the flour is cooked, maybe 5 min. Add the spices during this step.
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Add 1 cup milk and stir to incorporate well w flour. add 2nd c milk and continue to whisk and cook over med heat until thickened. Add cheeses and stir until melted. You can add as much as your own taste desires. I use more Cheddar and less Gorgonzola and Parmesan, but use all three or any combination you like. Pour sauce over pasta and veggies and stir allowing veggies to break into smaller pieces. Serve warm. can be reheated in oven or micro but I like it freshly made because it's creamier

907

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Carbs

Protein

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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: For the sauce:, 3T butter, 3T flour, 2c lowfat milk (I use 1%), and more.

Yes, Mac N Cheese W Califlower And Broccoli falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Mac N Cheese W Califlower And Broccoli

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