Broccoli Mac Lazy Delicious
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with Broccoli Mac Lazy Delicious—a creamy, cheesy twist on classic comfort food that’s as quick as it is satisfying. Perfect for busy days, this one-pot recipe combines tender elbow macaroni and vibrant broccoli florets with a luscious homemade cheddar cheese sauce, all ready in just 30 minutes. A simple roux of butter and flour creates the base for the velvety sauce, while milk and sharp cheddar cheese add rich, melty goodness to every bite. Packed with flavor and a hint of greenery, this budget-friendly, family-approved dish is an easy way to sneak in veggies while indulging in pure comfort. Serve it hot for an effortlessly cozy meal everyone will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz Elbow macaroni
- 3 cups Broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Milk
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and cook elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Add broccoli florets to the pot during the last 3 minutes of cooking time.
Drain the macaroni and broccoli together, then set aside.
In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour to form a smooth paste and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring no lumps form. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the milk thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Add salt and black pepper to taste.
Return the cooked macaroni and broccoli to the pot, stirring to combine with the cheese sauce. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to heat through.
Serve immediately and enjoy your creamy, cheesy, and nutritious Broccoli Mac Lazy Delicious!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2362 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.2 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.2 g | 336% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 352 mg | 117% | |
| Sodium | 3049 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 230.5 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.3 g | ||
| Protein | 116.6 g | 233% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 2363 mg | 182% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 791 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
