Whole Grain Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Whole Grain Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

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This is a macaroni and cheese that's not too heavy and benefits mightily from the use of whole-wheat pasta and the addition of broccoli You can assemble it ahead and bake it when you need it, or bake...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil, plus additional for oiling dish
  • 1/2 pound whole grain macaroni shells, elbows, penne, or fusilli
  • 1 large broccoli crown, broken into small florets (about 3/4 pound)
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot
  • 2 tablespoons flour, sifted
  • 3 cups milk (1 percent, 2 percent or whole, to taste)
  • Salt and white or black pepper
  • Pinch of nutmeg
  • 4 ounces Gruyère, grated (1 cup tightly packed)
  • 1 ounce freshly grated Parmesan (1/4 cup tightly packed)

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