How To Make Cheesy Broccoli Pasta Bake
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Cook penne pasta according to package instructions. Add broccoli florets in the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain and set aside.
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In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
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Gradually whisk in milk and continue stirring until mixture thickens.
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Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
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Add cooked pasta and broccoli to the cheese sauce, stirring until well coated.
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Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
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Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories : 476kcal
- Total Fat : 21g
- Saturated Fat : 12g
- Cholesterol : 57mg
- Sodium : 583mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 49g
- Dietary Fiber : 4g
- Sugar : 6g
- Protein : 22g
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