All-In-One Broccoli Macaroni and Cheese

Submitted by Kozmic Blues

"This is a quick meal I make sometimes after work, when it's just me. Nothing fancy or gormet, just plain comfort food. I sometimes stir in a handful of grated cheddar or italian blend cheese at the end to give it a little extra cheesiness!"

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 cup skim milk
• 1 cup water
• 1 (7 1/2 ounce) box macaroni and cheese mix
• 3 cups frozen broccoli, thawed
• 1 tablespoon butter
• salt and pepper
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, grated (optional)

directions

1. In a saucepan, bring water and milk barely to a boil over medium heat.
2. Add macaroni, reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Add thawed broccoli and cover.
4. Simmer for another 3-4 more minutes, or until liquid is almost absorbed, and broccoli is heated through.
5. Add cheese sauce mix and butter, and stir until well blended.
6. Add salt and pepper to taste.
7. Stir in grated cheese, if using, until melted.

Reviews

[Melanie R.]

I followed the directions, but when it was done I put it in a caserole dish and added plain panko breadcrumbs and a little smoked paprika. Just for some Added crunch and a little color ?

 

[Aarti D.]

This is really good! I added an extra kick to it by adding jalapenos and deli mustard! its great without it also! yay! ps-friends liked it

 

[tenzofae]

this is really yummy and easy. I like using shell macaroni for it.

 

[AmyMCGS]

Good. My 3 year-old DD and I just enjoyed this for lunch. I was hesitant about the amount of milk & water called for, but it was just right. It was a nice change from the tuna & peas I'd normally add to boxed macaroni. Thanks!

 

[Sharon123]

Delicious! I used whole wheat rotini and added lots of broccoli. Thanks!