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Andrew Fowler

Broccoli Mac and Cheese

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 10 oz elbow macaroni
  • 1 tbsp fine salt for pasta water
  • 1 lb broccoli cut into small florets with peeled stems diced
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 tsp fine salt for sauce
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp dry mustard
  • 8 oz mild cheddar cheese grated

Method
 

  1. Boil large pot of water; add tablespoon salt. Cook macaroni according to package, adding broccoli last 3 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, melt butter in saucepan; whisk flour 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk; add sauce salt, pepper, and mustard.
  3. Simmer 4 minutes until lightly thickened. Remove from heat; stir cheddar smooth.
  4. Drain pasta and broccoli thoroughly, shaking colander to release floret water.
  5. Fold into sauce; stand 1 minute. Serve with tender broccoli and flowing sauce.