Mac & Cheese with Broccoli
This Cheese Lover’s Mac and Cheese is cooked in butter and milk, then its loaded with oodles of cheddar and broccoli. You could even add leftover chicken if you are looking for a meaty dish. This fabulous one skillet meal goes from prep to plate in just 20 minutes and will be on our table again and again.
INGREDIENTS:
¼ cup (4 Tbsp) unsalted butter
½ tsp dried chipotle chile pepper
½ tsp kosher salt
½ tsp fresh ground black pepper
3 cups + 2 Tbsp whole milk
8 oz dried elbow macaroni
2 cups frozen broccoli florets
12 oz shredded mild cheddar cheese
2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
DIRECTIONS:
In a large skillet over medium high; add butter, chipotle pepper, salt and pepper. Stir to combine. Add 3 cups of milk, then cover.
Once milk starts bubbling add macaroni. Allow to bubble for 4-5 minutes, until pasta is almost cooked though, stirring occasionally.
Add broccoli and stir to combine. Bubble for 2 minutes.
Meanwhile in a resealable jar create slurry; combine 2 Tbsp milk and 2 Tbsp flour. Shake until well combined. Set aside.
Preheat oven to broil. Stir in 8 ounces cheese. Add slurry. Stir to combine. Sprinkle with remaining 4 ounces of cheese. Place under broiler for 2-4 minutes until cheese is melted and golden browned.
Serve and enjoy!
COOK'S NOTE
If you prefer extra protein, sprinkle in 12 ounces of pre-cooked chicken at the time the broccoli is added. Continue with directions as written.
By DONNA ELICK@Slow_Roasted
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