This was originally published in 2012 and was updated & republished in 2020. My version isn’t so skinny anymore but it’s darn delicious and it’s got extra broccoli in it! Gina’s recipe is wonderful and for those of you who have a healthier stocked kitchen than I do, then her version is for you.įor the rest of you, here’s my Not So Skinny broccoli Mac and cheese recipe.Ĭook mac pasta a little firm, al dente so that after baking, the texture is perfect Now, let’s just forget the skinny. Fine, alright, ok. Maybe my version won’t be so skinny. And I used more Parmesan cheese cause my brain doesn’t comprehend anything below one cup of Parmesan cheese. Ok, so my version will be a little less skinny. A rich and creamy sauce balances the broccoli, carrots, and baby peas for a super-indulgent Veggie Mac and Cheese This healthier Quinoa Mac and Cheese is the perfect combination of creamy yumminess and the nutritional benefits of quinoa.
Baked mac and cheese roux recipe with skim milk free#
As I assemble my ingredients I notice I already lost the skinny battle. Per Gina’s recipe, I don’t have any fat free chicken broth. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving. Gina’s recipe looked amazing with the chicken broth for less fat and lots of flavor. Off I go into my kitchen make an inspired skinny mac an cheese.
Add in the flour and whisk for about 2-3 minutes. In a medium pot, over medium heat, melt butter.
Add salt, pepper, milk and stir occasionally until it comes to a. Stir in flour until combined and a roux is made. Cook pasta according to package, reduce cooking time by 4 minutes. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Light Mac and Cheese Recipe with BroccoliĪ skinny mac and cheese recipe by a skinny girl? Oh yes, I’m all for it. Spray a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray, set aside.