Creamy Mac and Cheese with Broccoli
Here’s a healthy version of the classic Mac and Cheese!
Average Cost: $13.56 
Prep Time: 10 minutes 
Average Cook Time: 35 minutes 
Average Servings: 8 Recipe Source: UMass Extension Nutrition Education Program: Healthy Recipes
Ingredients
- 2 Cups whole-wheat elbow pasta, uncooked
- 4 Tbsp flour
- 2 Cups milk, low-fat or fat-free
- 2 Cups cheddar cheese, reduced-fat, shredded
- ½ Tsp pepper, ground
- 2 Cups cooked broccoli, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Cook pasta until tender following directions on package.
Step 2
Drain cooked pasta and return to pan. Sprinkle flour over pasta while it is still warm. Toss thoroughly.
Step 3
Reheat the pan to medium heat, slowly stir in milk, cheese, and pepper.
Step 4
Cook, but do not boil, until the milk and cheese thicken into a creamy sauce—approximately 7 to 10 minutes.
Step 5
Stir in broccoli and heat thoroughly.
Utensils Needed
- Stove
- Sharp knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Bowl
- Pot
- Pan
- Collander
NUTRITION FACTS
Serving Size: 1 Cup
| Nutrients | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 200 |
| Total Fat | 3.5 g |
| Saturated Fat | 2 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 290 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 29 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1 g |
| Total Sugars | 0g |
| Added Sugars | 0 g |
| Protein | 0 g |