Broccoli Mac and Cheese

Broccoli mac and cheese is a dish of homemade mac and cheese complete with steamed broccoli. This easy recipe takes less than 30 minutes to make.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: broccoli mac and cheese, broccoli mac and cheese recipe, macaroni and cheese with broccoli

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 25

Servings: servings

Calories: 928kcal

Author: Kate Dean

Bring a large pot of salted water up to a boil.
Add in the pasta and cook for 6 minutes.
8 ounces uncooked medium shell pasta
Stir in the broccoli and cook for an additional 2 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente.
2 cups broccoli florets
Strain the pasta and broccoli from the water and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt your butter over medium heat.
¼ cup salted butter
Whisk in the flour and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the flour mixture starts to turn golden brown.
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Whisk in the milk, cream, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
1 cup milk, 1 cup heavy cream, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, Salt and pepper
Add in your cheddar cheese and continue to stir until the sauce has started to thicken, about 2-3 minutes.
3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Fold the pasta and broccoli into your cheese sauce just until all of the pasta is coated.

All-purpose flour: You can use cornstarch to thicken the sauce, or you can use1 to 1 Gluten-Free flour.

Cheddar cheese: Feel free to use whatever type of cheese you prefer in your mac and cheese. A blend of cheddar and mozzarella or Jack would be a good choice.
Nutrition values are estimates.