Description
A creamy and cheesy take on classic comfort food, this One Pot Healthy Broccoli Mac and Cheese incorporates fresh broccoli for added nutrition, all cooked conveniently in one pot.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz whole wheat pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup milk (almond, oat, or regular)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Optional: pinch of nutmeg, breadcrumbs for topping
Instructions
- In a large pot, boil water with a pinch of salt, then add the whole wheat pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
- Two minutes before the pasta is done, add the broccoli florets.
- Drain the pasta and broccoli, and return them to the pot.
- Pour in the milk and add garlic powder, stirring to combine and warm slightly.
- Gradually add cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper, and optionally add a pinch of nutmeg.
- Serve warm, and sprinkle breadcrumbs on top if desired.
Notes
Mix different cheeses for varied flavors. For a vegan version, use plant-based cheese and milk.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg