Broccoli Mac & Cheese

Aug 3

Servings: 6 | Prep: 10 min | Cook Time: 20 min

INGREDIENTS

12 oz chickpea pasta or protein + pasta, cooked & drained
2 tbsp. butter
½ tbsp. flour
2 garlic cloves minced
pepper
⅓ cup chicken stock or vegetable
¾ cup milk or milk alternative
¾ cup half & half
½ cup parmesan cheese grated
Roasted Broccoli
4 cups broccoli cut into bit size pieces
1 tbsp. olive oil
pepper

This Broccoli Mac & Cheese is delicious and can be easily made with kitchen staples. It's made with chickpea pasta for a meatless meal made in 30 minutes.

DIRECTIONS

Preheat oven to 400℉. Toss the broccoli with 1 tbsp. olive oil and pepper. Bake for 12-15 minutes.
Remove the broccoli from the oven and set aside.
Add the butter to a large pan over medium heat. Once melted add the flour. Let the butter and flour cook for 1-2 minutes stirring frequently. Add the garlic and ½ tsp. of pepper. Let cook for 30-40 seconds, stirring frequently. Stir in the vegetable broth.
Let that simmer for 1 minute. Stir in the milk and the half & half, let it thicken for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the grated parmesan and mix until smooth.
Add the roasted broccoli and cooked pasta. Give everything a good stir and let it all heat for 3-4 minutes. Serve with additional parmesan cheese.
Enjoy!