Kicked up Macaroni and Cheese

Per serving

460.9kcal
16.2гProteins
30.7гFats
30.5гCarbs

For a potluck I needed something fast and easy. I had everything on hand, threw it together, and it was gone by the end of the potluck. If you don't want to make the Macaroni and Cheese you can use your favorite boxed brand. It will take 2 or 3 boxes to make the full recipe.

Ingredients

11 serv.
  • elbow macaroni8 ounces
  • butter4 ounces
  • flour1⁄4 cup
  • low-fat milk2 cups
  • white pepper1⁄4 teaspoon
  • garlic powder1⁄4 teaspoon
  • Velveeta cheese4 ounces

    cubed

  • sharp cheddar cheese4 ounces

    grated

  • small onion1

    chopped

  • kielbasa1 package

    sliced

  • frozen broccoli1 package

    chopped

  • breadcrumbs2⁄3 cup
  • butter1⁄4 cup

    melted

  • parsley1⁄4 teaspoon

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 1

    Boil macaroni about 8 minutes, until al dente, and drain well.

  2. 2

    Meanwhile melt 1/4 cup butter and whisk in flour until smooth.

  3. 3

    Add milk a little at a time, whisking until smooth; bring back to a boil.

  4. 4

    Repeat until all the milk is added.

  5. 5

    Stir in white pepper and garlic powder.

  6. 6

    Remove from heat, slowly stir in the Velveeta cheese and Cheddar cheese, mixing until smooth.

  7. 7

    Stir in macaroni, set aside.

  8. 8

    Fry the onion and kielbasa to brown meat.

  9. 9

    Stir in broccoli, cook for 5 minutes to warm through.

  10. 10

    Stir mixture into the macaroni and cheese.

  11. 11

    Pour into a large crock pot or a 9x13 baking dish.

  12. 12

    Mix bread crumbs, melted butter and parsley together; sprinkle over macaroni and cheese.

  13. 13

    Bake in a 350 degree Fahrenheit oven for 30 minutes.

Source: food.com
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