Macaroni Broccoli Recipes

Combines the classic baked macaroni and cheese with a healthy dose of vegetables. Perfect for singles or small families.

Great comfort food for a cold night.

I usually make Mac and Cheese with Turkey Sausage but was almost out of pasta shells, so I added broccoli!

Serves 6

Delicious side or main entree.

We made up this recipe because we liked Chicken Mancaroni from our favorite restaurant. We made it healthier by adding veggies, no chicken .... you know... it's still awesome!

Boil water. Stir in macaroni. Boil 7-8 minutes.

While Macaroni is boiling, puncture steam holes in broccoli bag. Microwave (on a plate) for 6 minutes.

Drain noodles, no not rinse.

Combine all ingredients and stir until smooth.

Serve right away.

Kraft Mac. & Cheese and frozen broccoli

This is a quick and easy recipe to make for 2 people (or multiply for more) and chances are you have all the ingredients you need already! It's definitely cheesey and quite filling and I usually serve it with some veggies on the side. ENJOY!

Can't imagine that this is going to come out very healthy once I've finished calculating the nutritional information (high in fat and sodium to be sure!), but it sure made a warm and comforting quick go-to meal from packaged items. I'm always pimping out my Kraft Dinner! ;-) [Created 2008-03-11.]

If boxed Mac & Cheese is a comfort food for you (I know it is for me!), this is a great way to sneak in some protein and veggies while still getting that cheesiness that you crave :) I've tried making homemade macaroni and cheese before, but I always had to add an obscene amount of cheese to make it taste okay, so it always came out with more calories and fat then the boxed stuff.

This is only one serving, but of course could be made in bigger quantities.

This recipe technically belongs to Weight Watchers, and I had a heck of a time tracking it down. I made it several years ago and it was a big hit! **The calories listed are WITHOUT my modifications** I usually use margarine, fat-free cheddar and parmesan, and whole wheat penne. Even with my own lower-fat modifications, everyone really likes it. I made a much higher-fat version of this recipe for my ailing grandfather because he wouldn't eat anybody else's food but didn't want to insult me. He loved it and we were able to get some extra calories in him. Needless to say, this recipe holds a very special place in my heart.

This recipe came from Taste of Home magazine. It's my second entry for it; I forgot to calculate the nutritional info the first time.

We make this for our family of four and have the leftovers later in the week as lunch or a side for another dinner. This can be 8 very large portions or 16 side dish or lunch portions, depending on your needs.
*This method only uses one large pot, instead of two, for easier cleanup.

An old standby favorite with us.
For us it serves 8

When you (or your family) have a craving for mac & cheese, this is a great way incorporate vegetables while still enjoying the cheesiest!

In comparison with the classic preparation, I've reduced the fat with less butter and a lower fat milk. I also increased the amount of milk to ensure there is enough sauce for the added broccoli. We usually eat this along with a lean meat and another vegetable.

Layering rather than melting the cheese into the sauce makes a firmer baked dish with a crispy top.