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Get the recipe: Easy Broccoli Mac and Cheese

5 stars (6 ratings)
This delicious Broccoli Mac & Cheese recipe is perfect for toddlers, kids and adults alike! This kid-friendly pasta recipe is easy to make, and packed with flavor. If you’re wondering what to make for dinner... this is just the thing!

Ingredients 

  • 16 oz pasta
  • 2-3 cups broccoli, cut into small florets
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder (optional)
  • 1/8 tsp paprika (optional)
  • 1/8 tsp pepper (optional)
  • 2 cups milk
  • 8 oz block of cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions 

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add pasta, and cook according to the directions on the box for 'al dente'. When you have 2 minutes left on your timer, add in the broccoli. Drain pasta and broccoli.
    A large silver pot with boiling water with pasta and broccoli in it.
  • In the same pot, over medium heat, add in the butter and let melt. Add in the flour and spices and whisk until you have a paste (roux).
    A large silver pot with butter, flour, spaces in salt.
  • Add in the milk, whisk and let cook for 2 minutes or until thickened to a heavy cream consistency. Turn off the burner.
    Stay large silver pot with a sauce about to get cheese for the homemade mac & cheese.
  • Add in the cheese, one handful at a time, stirring until melted. Continue until you have added in all of the cheese and it is smooth.
    A large silver pot with cheese sauce for homemade mac & cheese.
  • Add in the pasta and broccoli and gently stir until combined.
    A large silver pot with broccoli mac & cheese homemade.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Age: can be served to 6+ months, but read tips above.
Storage: store in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Can also be frozen for up to 2 months. When reheating add in more milk and stir until the cheese is smooth. 
Note on Broccoli: we prefer fresh broccoli in this recipe, but frozen will also work. You will want to add it to the boiling pasta water 4 minutes before the timer is up.

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