Baked Broccoli Mac and Cheese
Broccoli mac and cheese is one of my favorite comfort foods. I mean what’s not to love about broccoli and cheese combo (shout out to my other favs: cheesy broccoli and 15 minute broccoli mac and cheese with velveeta)? If you’re looking for a simple homemade macaroni and cheese recipe, while sneaking in vegetables – this is it! My guess is there will be no leftovers!
Ingredients You Need
Elbow macaroni noodles Fresh broccoli florets (you can totally use frozen broccoli if that’s all you have, just add it with the pasta!) Kitchen basics: butter, all-purpose, dry mustard powder, pepper Milk Shredded Cheddar Cheese Bread crumbs
How to Bake Broccoli Mac and Cheese
Preheat your oven before getting started. While you wait, cook the macaroni and broccoli in boiling water. Drain and place in baking dish. You can use either a 9×9 or 11×8 baking dish. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat and slowly add the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth. Repeat for the milk and cheese. Pour cheese sauce mixture on top of macaroni and broccoli and mix to fully coat the noodles. Add bread crumbs on top of the mac and cheese, and bake until the cheese bubbles on top! Serve with some sweet cornbread for a full comfort meal and enjoy!
Storing Leftovers
Store leftover mac and cheese in an airtight container and place in the refrigerator. If stored properly, it will last up to 3-4 days.
If you want to ensure it lasts longer, you can freeze it for up to 3 months. Place the mac and cheese in freezer bags or freezer-safe airtight containers. Storing it in the freezer for a later date will be great for easy meal prep on busy weeknights!
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