Broccoli Cheese Pasta Recipe: Easy Comfort Food for Everyone
Enjoy a creamy and cheesy Broccoli Cheese Pasta that is perfect for a comforting meal any day of the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. In the last 3 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, continuing to whisk until the mixture thickens.
- Remove from heat and stir in cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine the cheese sauce with the pasta and broccoli mixture, stirring until well coated.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- You can substitute the cheddar cheese with your favorite cheese for a different taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 350 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 9 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 12 grams
- Cholesterol: 40 milligrams