Cheddar Broccoli Noodles Recipe
Hungry for something quick, cheesy, and filling? These Cheddar Broccoli Noodles are ready in under 30 minutes and are sure to be loved by the whole family!
Servings: 8
Calories: 278kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb mini shells or gnocchetti *
- 1 head broccoli steamed and chopped
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk warmed
- 1/2 tsp salt (more to taste)
- 1/2 tsp pepper (more to taste)
- 1/4 tsp paprika heaping
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dry mustard
- 1 cup white cheddar cheese grated
- 1 cup sharp or extra sharp white cheddar cheese grated
Instructions
- Fill a Dutch oven or heavy-bottom stock pot with water, and bring it to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package directions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and transfer to a large bowl.
- In a glass measuring cup, heat the 2 cups of milk for 45 seconds on HIGH in the microwave, and set aside.
- Return the pot to low heat, melt the butter, and then whisk in the flour. Bring the heat up to medium and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture begins to bubble (but not brown). Add 1½ cups of the warm whole milk and whisk to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil; it will thicken substantially.
- Add the salt and spices, and continue whisking. Turn the heat down to low and add the grated cheeses, stirring constantly until they have melted into the sauce. Stir in the remaining ½ cup of milk.
- Add the cooked pasta and steamed broccoli, and stir to coat. Serve immediately.
Notes
-Feel free to use any type of pasta you have on hand; we used gnocchetti.
STORE Cheddar Broccoli Noodles in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. I don’t recommend freezing Cheddar Broccoli Noodles because the dairy-based sauce can separate and become grainy when thawed, affecting the texture.
To REHEAT, warm gently on the stovetop with a splash of milk to restore the creaminess, or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring occasionally for even heating.
Nutrition
Calories: 278kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 546mg | Potassium: 123mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 515IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 289mg | Iron: 2mg
