One-Pot Macaroni and Cheese with Broccoli
One pot mac 'n cheese with broccoli is a wonderfully easy weeknight dinner recipe. Have a healthy, gluten-free meal on the table in under 30 minutes!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 3 T. butter
- ¼ c. cornstarch
- 1 c. milk almond or soy milk works well, too
- 2 ½ c. chicken broth
- 1 ¼ t. salt
- ½ t. pepper
- ¼ t. garlic powder
- 2 c. broccoli fresh, coarsely chopped
- 2 c. macaroni pasta
- 1 c. cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- In a medium-large pot over medium heat, melt butter and then add cornstarch. Whisk constantly for 1 minute.
- Slowly add milk, whisking constantly, until a thick paste forms.
- Add chicken broth ½ cup at a time, whisking between additions. Mix in salt, pepper and garlic powder.
- Bring pot ingredients to a boil. Add broccoli and macaroni noodles. Reduce heat to low, cover and let simmer for 12-15 minutes.
- Remove lid, add cheese, stir to combine and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 795kcal | Carbohydrates: 111g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 1038mg | Potassium: 813mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1350IU | Vitamin C: 115.8mg | Calcium: 587mg | Iron: 3.2mg
