Luxurious Creamy Broccoli and Cheddar Pasta
This Luxurious Creamy Broccoli and Cheddar Pasta is a delightful combination of tender pasta shells, fresh broccoli, and a rich, cheesy sauce. Perfect for a comforting meal, it brings together the flavors of sharp cheddar and creamy goodness, making it a favorite for both kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces medium pasta shells
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 shallot, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 ⅓ cups whole milk
- 1 cup half and half
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 3 cups chopped broccoli florets
- 6 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese, grated
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and shallot, and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Whisk in the all-purpose flour until lightly browned, about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the whole milk, half and half, and Dijon mustard until slightly thickened, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in the cooked pasta, chopped broccoli florets, and grated cheddar cheese until well combined and the cheese is melted, about 3-4 minutes.
- Serve the creamy broccoli mac and cheese immediately, garnished with additional black pepper if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg