Broccoli Cheddar Mac and Cheese
This delicious Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheddar Mac and Cheese recipe is a creamy and delicious macaroni and cheese recipe that is loaded with broccoli florets and tender pipe rigate pasta all in a creamy cheese sauce.
Prep Time20 minutes mins
Cook Time35 minutes mins
Total Time55 minutes mins
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Broccoli Cheddar Mac and Cheese, Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheddar Mac and Cheese, Homemade Mac and Cheese, Macaroni and Cheese
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 852kcal
Author: Great Grub, Delicious Treats
Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente. In the last 5 minutes, add broccoli to pasta. Drain and return to pan. Set aside.
In a large skillet or frying pan, melt butter over medium heat.
Add onions and carrots and sauté until onions are translucent and tender.
Make a roux by sprinkling flour over the onions and carrots. Stir and cook flour for 2-3 minutes,
Slowly pour milk, heavy cream, vegetable broth, stir and then add garlic powder, Slap Ya Mama, ground mustard, turmeric and black pepper into pan, stirring constantly until smooth.
Reduce to low and let sauce thicken, stirring frequently.
Once sauce has thickened, remove from heat, add both types of cheese, stir until combined then add broccoli and pasta to pan. Stir until combined and serve hot.
Calories: 852kcal | Carbohydrates: 74g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 49g | Saturated Fat: 30g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 159mg | Sodium: 1021mg | Potassium: 642mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 5785IU | Vitamin C: 43mg | Calcium: 591mg | Iron: 2mg