CREAMY BROCCOLI MAC AND CHEESE
By @damn_delicious
Try almond milk or other “lighter” options if you choose. Or enjoy as a treat!
Ingredients:
8 ounces medium pasta shells
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 shallot, minced
2 tablespoons flour
1 1/3 cups milk
1 cup half and half
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 cups chopped broccoli florets
6 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese, grated
Instructions:
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions; drain well.
Melt 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add garlic and shallot, and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
Whisk in flour until lightly browned, about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk, half and half and Dijon until slightly thickened, about 3-4 minutes. If the mixture is too thick, add more milk as needed; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Stir in pasta, broccoli and cheese until well combined, about 3-4 minutes.
Serve immediately.