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All In One Broccoli Macaroni And Cheese Recipe

Craving comfort food? This speedy one-pan Broccoli Mac & Cheese recipe is ready in under 20 minutes! Perfectly creamy and cheesy, it's the ultimate weeknight meal for one. Elevate it with extra cheddar or Italian blend cheese for an extra cheesy kick! Easy, delicious, and satisfying.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 276.7 kcal
Protein 27g
Rating 4.3 (10 Reviews)
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Ingredients for All In One Broccoli Macaroni And Cheese

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How to Make All In One Broccoli Macaroni And Cheese

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup of water and 1/2 cup of milk to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 cup of elbow macaroni, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Stir in 1 cup of frozen broccoli florets (thawed). Cover the saucepan and simmer for another 3-4 minutes, or until the macaroni is cooked through and the broccoli is tender-crisp.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup of cheese sauce mix (according to package directions) and 1 tablespoon of butter until completely melted and smooth.
  5. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. If desired, stir in 1/4 cup of grated cheddar or Italian blend cheese until melted and creamy.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

12g

Carbs

15g

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