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Broccoli Cheddar Mac and Cheese
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Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
40 minutes
Total Time:
50 minutes
Indulgent mac and cheese loaded with sharp cheddar, Parmesan, and broccoli.
Ingredients:
  • 1 bunch of broccoli, cut into florets
  • Salt
  • 2 cups dry elbow macaroni
  • 4 Tbsp butter
  • 3 Tbsp all purpose flour
  • 3 cups milk (low fat or whole)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
  • Pinch of ground nutmeg
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly grated black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 cups (packed) grated sharp cheddar cheese (8 ounces), divided 1 1/2 cups and 1/2 cup
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions:
  • Cook the pasta until al dente: In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water and 2 tablespoons of salt to a boil. Add the pasta and cook at a rolling boil for 2 minutes less than package instructions. Quickly rinse in cold water to stop cooking, then drain and set aside.
  • Steam the broccoli while waiting for the pasta water to boil. Place a steamer rack in a pot with an inch of water, bring to a boil, add broccoli florets, sprinkle with salt, cover, and steam for 4 minutes. Transfer broccoli to a bowl.
  • Warm the milk: Utilize a microwave or a small pot on the stovetop to heat the milk until steam rises. (This will speed up the process when preparing the bechamel sauce in the following step.)
  • Preheat oven broiler to 500°F.
  • In a heavy-bottomed oven-safe pot over medium-high heat, melt 4 tablespoons of butter until foamy. Sprinkle 3 tablespoons of flour over the melted butter and whisk to combine. Reduce heat to medium and cook for 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Combine milk and spices with roux: Gradually pour in the hot milk while whisking vigorously to blend and eliminate any flour lumps. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, whisking often, until the sauce is velvety and able to coat the back of a spoon. Add dry mustard, paprika, nutmeg, black pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and 1 teaspoon of salt, stirring well.
  • Stir in cheeses: Add 1 1/2 cups of grated cheddar and 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
  • Combine broccoli and pasta until mixed. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese on top. Broil in preheated oven for 5 to 7 minutes until golden and bubbling. Season with salt and pepper to your liking.

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