Broccoli Bacon Macaroni and Cheese - Homemade mac 'n cheese loaded with broccoli, a sprinkle of bacon, and lots of cheesy flavor.
Prep Time 10 minutesmins
Cook Time 30 minutesmins
Total Time 40 minutesmins
Ingredients
8ounceswhole grain elbow macaroni
4cupsfresh broccoli florets
4slicesuncured bacon
1yellow onion, diced
2garlic cloves, minced
2tablespoonsall-purpose flour
1tablespoondijon mustard
1cuppasta water
1cupskim milk or dairy-free milk
3/4cupsreduced fat shredded cheddar cheese
3/4cupsreduced fat shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4cupgrated parmesan cheese
1teaspoonchili powder, or to taste
fresh ground pepper, to taste
Instructions
Add pasta to boiling water and cook according to the directions on the package, adding the broccoli during the last 3 minutes of cooking.
Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water and drain the rest.
In the meantime, cook the bacon in a large saucepan to a desired crispness; using a slotted spoon, remove the bacon and drain on paper towels. Set aside.
Add the diced onions to the pan and cook for 2 minutes; stir in garlic and continue to cook and stir for 1 more minute.
Whisk in the flour and mustard; cook for 2 minutes whisking constantly.
Pour pasta water and milk into the pan and continue to whisk until mixture is completely smooth and thickened; about 4 minutes.
Add the cheeses and continue to cook, whisking, until creamy; about 2 more minutes.
Season with chili powder and pepper.
Stir in the pasta and broccoli.
Remove from heat and taste for seasonings; adjust accordingly.
Serve.
Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients and tools used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed info.
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: healthy mac n cheese recipe, mac n cheese recipe