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One Pot Healthy Broccoli Mac and Cheese

One Pot Healthy Broccoli Mac and Cheese

Simple one pot creamy broccoli mac and cheese, perfect for lunch or dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner, lunch
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Pot

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1.5 cups water or broth broth for more flavor
  • 8 oz pasta of choice
  • 8-10 oz broccoli finely chopped
  • 2 cups shredded extra sharp cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup plain Greek-style yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon butter or ghee optional

Instructions
 

  • Bring whole milk and water/broth to a boil, then add your pasta. Reduce to a simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in your broccoli and continue to cook 2-3 minutes, until pasta and broccoli are cooked to your liking.
  • Remove from heat and stir in cheese, yogurt, and butter/ghee (optional) until cheese is melted. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg
Keyword broccoli mac and cheese, comfort food, dinner, healthy mac and cheese, lunch, One Pot Healthy Broccoli Mac and Cheese
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