Mac-and-cheese is one of the easiest dinners — it comes together in a flash, and is a hit every time. This convenient recipes goes one step farther by eliminating the need to even turn on the stove! You can make this recipe with pasta and shredded cheese or with boxed mac-and-cheese — we’ve included instructions for both methods.
Microwave Broccoli Mac & Cheese
| Prep Time |
Cook Time |
Total Time |
| 5 min |
15 min |
20 min |
Using Pasta & Shredded Cheese
Ingredients
- 1 cup macaroni noodles
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup small broccoli florets
Method
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine pasta, water and salt. Microwave on high for 10-12 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes, until pasta is fully cooked and water is absorbed.
- Stir in milk, cheddar, and broccoli until combined. Microwave on high until cheese is melted and broccoli is tender, about 2-3 minutes.
Using Boxed Mac-and-Cheese
Ingredients
- 1 (7.25-ounce) box macaroni-and-cheese
- 1 3/4 cups water
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or margarine
- 1 cup small broccoli florets
Method
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the macaroni and water. Microwave on high for 8-10 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes, until pasta is fully cooked and water is absorbed.
- Stir in the milk, butter or margarine, broccoli florets and cheese sauce mix until combined. Microwave on high until broccoli is tender, about 2-3 minutes. Serve and enjoy!
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