No-Bake Macaroni & Cheese

Not only is this ultra-creamy version of mac-and-cheese nearly as fast as the boxed variety, but your family will be able to pronounce every ingredient. If they aren't broccoli fans, substitute a frozen vegetable of your choice.
Prep: 20 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes
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8 ounces
whole-wheat elbow noodles, (2 cups)
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1 10-ounce
package frozen broccoli, chopped
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1 3/4 cups
low-fat milk, divided
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3 tablespoons
flour
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1/2 teaspoon
garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon
salt
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1/4 teaspoon
ground white pepper
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3/4 cup
shredded, extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
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1/4 cup
shredded Parmesan cheese
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1 teaspoon
Dijon mustard
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook pasta for 4 minutes. Add frozen broccoli and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the pasta and broccoli are just tender, 4 to 5 minutes more.
- Meanwhile, heat 1 1/2 cups milk in another large pot over medium-high heat until just simmering. Whisk the remaining 1/4 cup milk, flour, garlic powder, salt and pepper in a small bowl until combined. Add the flour mixture to the simmering milk; return to a simmer and cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture is thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and whisk in Cheddar, Parmesan and mustard until the cheese is melted.
- Drain the pasta and broccoli and add to the cheese sauce. Return to the heat and cook, stirring, over medium-low heat, until heated through, about 1 minute.
Reviewed July 16, 2012
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Makes: 4 servings
Serving Size: About 1 1/4 cups
- Calories412
- Fat13 g
- Saturated fat7 g
- Cholesterol37 mg
- Carbohydrates56 g
- Dietary fiber7 g
- Protein22 g
- Sodium640 mg
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