BAKED BROCCOLI WITH MACARONI AND CHEESE

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What a unique macaroni and cheese. We loved the option to use cilantro, so we went with that. It gave it such a unique flavor. We love the added texture and flavor from the broccoli. The cottage cheese and sour cream made this extra creamy and the cheese gave it that signature ooey gooey goodness. A great way to sneak some...

Provided by Glenda Purvis

Categories     Casseroles

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 oz macaroni, dry
8 oz fresh broccoli florets (about 2 bunches)
3 tsp olive oil
1/3 c fresh basil or cilantro
3 clove garlic, minced
1/2 large onion, chopped
1/2 large red bell pepper, chopped
1 tsp salt
5 oz each shredded cheddar and mozzarella (set a little aside to sprinkle on top)
8 oz cottage cheese
4 Tbsp milk, about
1/3 c sour cream
a good sprinkle of nutmeg

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350F.
  • 2. Using a large saucepan or Dutch oven, put 2 tablespoons of salt into boiling water then add macaroni and broccoli. Cook until pasta is al dente, drain.
  • 3. Meanwhile, saute onion and bell pepper in olive oil until onion is almost clear.
  • 4. Add garlic and saute another 1 - 2 minutes, being careful garlic does not burn.
  • 5. Place macaroni/broccoli mixture with vegetables in a buttered 3-quart casserole.
  • 6. Stir together basil, cheeses, sour cream, milk and salt in a separate bowl until well combined. Fold into pasta/vegetable mixture. Sprinkle mozzarella over the top.
  • 7. Bake, uncovered, in 350F oven for 30 - 35 minutes or until cheese is good and bubbly. Enjoy!

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