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Home » Recipes » Broccoli Mac & Cheese | 15 Minute Meal

Broccoli Mac & Cheese | 15 Minute Meal

April 29, 2016 by Ciara Attwell, Updated May 5, 2021

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A super easy and delicious meal ready in less than 15 mins. This Broccoli Mac & Cheese is sure to be a new family favourite!

Broccoli Mac & Cheese in a red oven proof bowl

In my house mid-week meals need to be quick, easy and kid-friendly too.

The last thing I want to do at the end of a busy day is to battle with my picky eaters over dinner!

So I try to make their evening meals as appealing as possible, whilst also being healthy and filling too.

And a new favourite of mine is this Stovetop Broccoli Mac & Cheese! 

Broccoli Mac & Cheese in a small white bowl next to a tub of Clover buttermilk spread.

Nothing beats the comforting taste of macaroni cheese. Made with just a few simple ingredients that I always seem to have on hand, it’s so quick to whip up.

In my recipe I add some broccoli to make sure that I can get some veggies in. I know broccoli is not the most kid-friendly vegetable! But when it’s mixed in with all that lovely cheesy pasta sauce, my kids are way more likely to eat it!

You could also add in other quick-cook veggies such as peas or sweetcorn.

Creamy Sauce

For the delicious creamy sauce I used Clover. Made with buttermilk, it contains absolutely no artificial ingredients and has only half the saturated fat of butter.

It adds a really lovely buttery taste to the simple roux. And without any added nasties, it’s the perfect ingredient for a simple family meal like this.

Clover

I know the traditional Mac & Cheese is finished off in the oven but my version is just cooked just on the stovetop. Keeping it as quick and as simple as possible.

When you’re in a rush to get dinner on the table you don’t want to be faffing around with an extra cooking step and another dish to wash!

Feeding our families is always such a tricky balance between filling and delicious meals they they will actually eat and recipes that are quick and easy to make when time is short.

This Mac & Cheese ticks all those boxes for me and I hope you enjoy it too!

Storage Instructions

Leftovers can be kept in a container in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheated in the microwave or on the hob.

This recipe can also be frozen in a freezer bag or container. Defrost in the fridge overnight and reheat in the microwave or on the hob.

If you’d like to see another super easy Mac & Cheese recipe then check out my Slow Cooker Mac & Cheese UK

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A super easy and delicious family meal ready in less than 15 mins. This Broccoli Mac & Cheese is sure to be a new family favourite!

Broccoli Mac & Cheese | 15 Minute Meal


★★★★★ 4.8 from 6 reviews
  • Author: Ciara Attwell @ My Fussy Eater
  • Prep Time: 1 min
  • Cook Time: 12 mins
  • Total Time: 13 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Category: Main Meal
  • Cuisine: European
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A super easy and delicious family meal ready in less than 15 mins. This Broccoli Mac & Cheese is sure to be a new family favourite!


Ingredients

  • 300g macaroni or other type of pasta
  • 1 medium head of broccoli, cut into small florets
  • 50g butter
  • 50g plain flour
  • 600ml milk
  • 1.5 tsp dijon mustard
  • 150g grated cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta accordingly to the package instructions. 4 minutes before the end add the broccoli florets to the same pot.
  2. In another large saucepan or pan melt the butter over a medium heat. Add in the flour and stir quickly until well combined. Cook this for 1 minute and then whisk in the milk a little at a time.
  3. Cook this sauce for 3-4 minutes until it has thickened up. Add the dijon mustard and cheese and remove from the heat.
  4. Drain the pasta and broccoli and add it to the pan with the cheese sauce. Mix well and serve immediately.

Notes

Leftovers can be kept in a container in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheated in the microwave or on the hob.

This recipe can also be frozen in a freezer bag or container. Defrost in the fridge overnight and reheat in the microwave or on the hob.

1 Serving71312.6 g416.4 mg29.5 g16.6 g84.2 g6.7 g28.9 g
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DISCLOSURE: THIS POST HAS BEEN PUBLISHED IN COLLABORATION WITH CLOVER AND I HAVE BEEN COMPENSATED FOR MY TIME INVOLVED IN THE CAMPAIGN. ALL VIEWS AND OPINIONS ARE HOWEVER MY OWN.

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Filed Under: 15 Minute Meals, Dairy Free Recipes, Egg Free, Family Meals, Pasta Recipes, Recipes, Vegetarian Tagged With: broccoli, mac and cheese, macaroni cheese

Comments

  1. Katy says

    April 20, 2020 at 6:55 pm

    Made for my 3 young children they loved it, made a big batch so will freeze some for “ready meals”

    Reply
  2. Leanne Cousins says

    April 14, 2019 at 10:32 am

    Can it be frozen?

    Reply
  3. Simon says

    March 12, 2018 at 2:10 pm

    Really very good!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  4. Vivian says

    March 8, 2018 at 11:10 am

    This was delicious. Definitely making it agin.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  5. Sabine says

    July 4, 2017 at 11:56 am

    Great recipe thank you my fussy eater is actually eating it ???? Me and hubby love it too ????????

    Reply
    • Ciara Attwell says

      July 5, 2017 at 9:01 am

      That’s brilliant!! Its such a relief when you find recipes that your family actually eat!! Im always in the same boat!!

      Reply
  6. Choclette says

    June 8, 2016 at 8:28 pm

    Ooh yes please, this combines two of my favourite comfort meals – how very clever 🙂

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  7. Emma @ Supper in the suburbs says

    June 7, 2016 at 8:55 pm

    I looooove mac and cheese. Why not add some broccoli 😀 fab recipe! I can happily get one of my 5 a day like this 😉

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Ciara Attwell says

      June 8, 2016 at 10:39 am

      Thanks Emma, its a big hit in my house!

      Reply
  8. Emily says

    June 7, 2016 at 10:17 am

    A great way to add your five a day into a yummy meal! Mac and cheese is such comfort food x

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Ciara Attwell says

      June 8, 2016 at 10:40 am

      Thanks Emily, its the best comfort food isn’t it!

      Reply
  9. Warda Hjortzén says

    May 2, 2016 at 9:34 am

    That actually looks really good! Good way to get the veggies in!

    ★★★★

    Reply
    • Ciara Attwell says

      May 6, 2016 at 9:46 am

      Absolutely!

      Reply

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