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No-Bake Macaroni & Cheese
Not only is this ultra-creamy version of mac-and-cheese nearly as fast as the boxed variety, but your family will be able to pronounce every ingredient. If they aren't broccoli fans, substitute a frozen vegetable of your choice.
EatingWell Test Kitchen
Used by permission. (c) Eating Well, Inc.
Ingredients
| 8 ounces whole-wheat elbow noodles, (2 cups) | 1/2 teaspoon salt | |
| 1 10-ounce package frozen chopped broccoli | 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper | |
| 1 3/4 cups low-fat milk, divided | 3/4 cup shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese | |
| 3 tablespoons flour | 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese | |
| 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder | 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard |
directions
Prep:
20 min
Total:
30 min (Quick)
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Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook pasta for 4 minutes. Add frozen broccoli and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the pasta and broccoli are just tender, 4 to 5 minutes more.
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Meanwhile, heat 1 1/2 cups milk in another large pot over medium-high heat until just simmering. Whisk the remaining 1/4 cup milk, flour, garlic powder, salt and pepper in a small bowl until combined. Add the flour mixture to the simmering milk; return to a simmer and cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture is thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and whisk in Cheddar, Parmesan and mustard until the cheese is melted.
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Drain the pasta and broccoli and add to the cheese sauce. Return to the heat and cook, stirring, over medium-low heat, until heated through, about 1 minute.
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