Sunday, April 21, 2013

35. Broccoli Mac n Cheese

Ingredients:
12 oz high fiber elbows
1 1/2 Tbsp butter
1/4 cup minced onion
1/4 cup flour
2 cups skim milk
1 cup vegetable broth
8 oz (2 cups) reduced-fat sharp cheddar
salt and fresh pepper to taste
12 oz fresh broccoli florets
2 Tbsp grated parmesan
1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
cooking spray

Directions: 
Cook pasta and broccoli together in a large pot of salted water, according to package directions for al dente (or slightly under cook 2 minutes). Spray a baking dish with cooking spray. Preheat oven to 375°.

In a large, heavy skillet, melt butter. Add onion and cook over low heat about 2 minutes, add flour and cook another minute, or until the flour is golden and well combined. Add milk and broth and whisk, raising heat to medium-high until it comes to a boil; cook about 5 minutes or until the sauce becomes smooth and thick.Season with salt and pepper.
Once the sauce is thick, remove from heatadd cheese and mix well until cheese is melted. Adjust salt and pepper to taste, add cooked macaroni and broccoli and mix well. Pour into prepared baking dish. Top with grated cheese and breadcrumbs. Spray a little more cooking spray on top.Bake for 15-20 minutes, then broil for a few minutes to get the breadcrumbs golden.
Serves 8.
http://www.skinnytaste.com/2011/09/skinny-baked-broccoli-macaroni-and.html

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