Broccoli Macaroni and Cheese

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Broccoli Macaroni and Cheese with a creamy cheddar cheese sauce is baked in the oven for the perfect healthier mac and cheese. See Recipe

What you need:

10 oz high fiber pasta 4 cups broccoli 1.5 tbsp light butter 1/4 cup onion, diced (optional) 3 tbsp whole wheat flour 1.5 cups skim milk 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth 1.33 cups reduced fat shredded cheddar cheese Salt and pepper See Recipe

Step 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Boil the water for the pasta. Cook the pasta according to package directions, but add the broccoli florets when there are 2 minutes left in the cooking time. Drain and set aside. See Recipe

Step 2 Melt the butter in a skillet. Add the flour and make a roux by whisking until it just browns. See Recipe

Step 3 Add the onion and cook for 2 minutes. See Recipe

Step 4 Turn the heat up to high and add the milk and broth. See Recipe

Step 5 Continue to whisk until it comes to a boil. It should be smooth at this point. Turn off the heat and add salt and pepper. See Recipe

Step 6 Stir in the cheese and stir until it is smooth. See Recipe

Step 7 Add the pasta and broccoli to a baking dish coated with cooking spray. Pour the cheese sauce on top and mix everything together. (This can be cooked in a larger baking dish or individual ramekins.) See Recipe

Step 8 Bake for 10-15 minutes until top begins to brown. Serve. See Recipe

We hope you enjoy this delicious Broccoli Macaroni and Cheese recipe. See Recipe

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