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Creamy Alfredo Broccoli Mac and Cheese Recipe

If you're looking for a quick and easy dinner that your whole family will enjoy try this Creamy Alfredo Broccoli Mac and Cheese!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8
Calories: 459 kcal
Author: Shawn

Ingredients

  • 2 cups uncooked macaroni noodles, prepared according to package instructions
  • ½ cup butter
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz grated Parmesan Cheese
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 Tablespoon basil pesto sauce
  • 1 cup broccoli, thawed and coarsely chopped
  • 1 tbsp parsley, finely chopped, optional
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Instructions

  • Boil the noodles in a pot of salted water, according to package instructions, until the noodles are al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet melt the butter and cream cheese together, whisking until it's smooth. The mixture may become clumpy at first, but it'll smooth out.
  • Stir in the heavy cream, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper and pesto and cook until smooth and bubbly throughout. Add in the cooked pasta as well as the broccoli and toss to coat.
  • Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 459kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 44g | Saturated Fat: 27g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 129mg | Sodium: 764mg | Potassium: 169mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1675IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 314mg | Iron: 0.3mg
Keywords: Alfredo Sauce, broccoli, Creamy, Macaroni and cheese
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