Very Cheese-Y Macaroni Recipe

Name: Very Cheese-Y Macaroni
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 oz. elbow macaroni; 1 c. broccoli florets; 4 Tbsp. butter; 2 Tbsp. flour; 2 c. low-fat milk; 1 c. shredded sharp Cheddar cheese; 1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper; 1/4 c. whole wheat bread crumbs

Servings: persons

8 oz. elbow macaroni
1 c. broccoli florets
4 Tbsp. butter
2 Tbsp. flour
2 c. low-fat milk
1 c. shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
1/4 c. whole wheat bread crumbs

1
In medium saucepan, cook macaroni according to package directions, until al dente.
2
Drain well.
3
Fill another saucepan 3/4 full with water.
4
Bring water to a boil.
5
Add broccoli; reduce heat to medium and cook until done.
6
Drain and set aside.
7
Preheat oven to 375u00b0.
8
Grease an 8-inch glass baking dish.
9
In medium saucepan, melt butter; add flour and stir until smooth.
10
Whisk in milk, stirring continually, until thickened, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat.
11
Reserve 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese.
12
Stir remaining Cheddar, Gruyere, Parmesan, salt and cayenne until cheese melts. Add macaroni and broccoli.
13
Put it into baking dish.
14
Bake 15 minutes.
15
Sprinkle Cheddar and bread crumbs on top; bake another 15 minutes, until bubbly.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 oz. elbow macaroni, 1 c. broccoli florets, 4 Tbsp. butter, 2 Tbsp. flour, and more.

Yes, Very Cheese-Y 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.

Very Cheese-Y Macaroni

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