"If there's one thing we are all needing during this crazy time in the world, it's comfort! I'm working with @annieshomegrown and @thefeedfeed, and we're seeking that out via some good old comfort food, but in an upgraded way!
If you've been following for any length of time, I hope that you know I am all about ease in the kitchen. I definitely think that you can eat well without making things over the top or gourmet. That means that boxed mac and cheese absolutely has a place in my kitchen! I am a big fan of @annieshomegrown because of their amazing flavor and the tons of options to serve every dietary need (you can find #glutenfree and #vegan Annie's products!)
To make this simple meal feel fancy, I baked the mac and cheese with a crispy parmesan and breadcrumb topping and I added broccoli for a hint of some green on my plate. My whole quarantine gang (the parents and my brother) approved of the dish! My local Co-op where I get my Annie's products (Natural M&C 10/$10 from 8/19 - 9/1!) is @hungryhollowCo-op; find a Co-op near you https://bit.ly/2BQ8Flv
Comment below and let me know your favorite comfort food that you've been enjoying, and tag me and @annieshomegrown if you make this recipe!"
Baked Broccoli Mac and Cheese with Parmesan Panko
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Sneak in some greens for the kids with Baked Broccoli Mac and Cheese with Parmesan Panko! The crunchy panko topping is delicious and flavored with parmesan and paprika. This recipes features Annie's Organic Shells & Real Aged Cheddar.
You can find Natural M&C 10/$10 from 8/19 - 9/1 at a Co-op near you; find one here. For more recipes featuring Annie's, click here
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Prep time 15mins
Cook time 30mins
Serves or Makes: 5
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ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups broccoli, roughly chopped
- 2 boxes Annie's Organic Shells & Real Aged Cheddar
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan
Method
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F
Step 2
Steam the broccoli for 8 minutes. Remove cooked broccoli from the pot and finely chop into small pieces.
Step 3
Prepare the Annie’s mac and cheese according to the directions on the box
Step 4
Mix the broccoli into the prepared mac and cheese and pour everything into a glass 8x8 baking dish.
Step 5
Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese over the mac and cheese in the baking dish.
Step 6
In a small pot over medium low heat, melt the butter and gently mix in breadcrumbs until toasted. In a separate bowl mix the breadcrumbs with the parmesan and paprika. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the mac and cheese in the baking dish.
Step 7
Bake for 20 minutes until top is crunchy and golden brown.