I have a little secret to share with you today, everything tastes really good if you add macaroni and cheese to it. You can’t imagine all the things that I have snuck into macaroni and cheese that my kids would never eat. I know what you are thinking; my family would never eat broccolini. But if you sneak it into this delicious and creamy Broccolini Macaroni and Cheese, they just might.
This is such a great dish to serve when entertaining. If you try it, bake them in individual ramekins and I promise your guests will be impressed.
Ingredients
- 1 pound elbow macaroni, I prefer the large macaroni
- 1 bunch of Broccolini, chopped (approximately 3 cups)
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- 1/4 cup of sweet onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 4 tablespoons all purpose flour
- 2 cups of 2% milk
- 2 cups of white wine - I used Gallo Chardonnay
- 2 cups of cheddar cheese cheese, shredded
- Sea salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot to water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook at a boil until just tender or al dente
- Drain, rinse in cold water and set aside
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
- In a large skillet or frying pan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter
- Add the onion and garlic mixture
- Cook on medium heat until the onion and garlic turn slightly brown, approximately 5 minutes
- Add the broccolini and cook for an additional 12 minutes
- Add the flour and stir constantly for another 5 minutes
- Add the milk gradually while stirring
- Add the chardonnay wine and continue to stir until the mixture starts to thicken but is very smooth
- Reserve 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese and add the remaining cheddar cheese while stirring
- Season to taste with fresh ground sea salt and pepper
- Stir in the Pasta
- Butter a 13x9x2 baking dish, round pie dish or 8 small ramekins to make individual portions
- Add the macaroni mixture and sprinkle with the cheddar cheese
- Bake for approximately 20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling
- Serve immediately
I have to admit, I am guilty of not serving meatless dishes very often at our house. This week’s theme was inspired by many of our Sunday Supper Family Contributors who are big fans of meatless meals. After taking a look at this list of recipes, I am going to incorporate more meatless dishes to our Weekday Supper Menu.
Huge hugs to Tammi from Momma’s Meals for putting together this fabulous Sunday Supper event!
Salads, Soups, Stews and Starters
- Spicy Vegan Potato Salad by Killer Bunnies, Inc
- Veggie Salad Trio with Zucchini Noodles and Pesto by Hip Foodie Mom
- Olive Tapenade by MealDiva
- Chickpea Chile Soup with Greens and Grains by Shockingly Delicious
- Thai Coconut Curry Butternut Squash Soup by Cupcakes & Kale Chips
- Potato Chickpea Stew by The Not So Cheesy Kitchen
- “Beef” Stew with Potato Cake Tops by Jane’s Adventures in Dinner
- Mushroom and Wild Rice Soup by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
“Meat”balls
- Teriyaki Quinoa “Meatballs” by The Foodie Patootie
- Black Bean “Meatballs” with Marinara by Foxes Love Lemons
- Spicy Vegetarian Meatballs by Mess Makes Food
Pastas, Pizzas and Casseroles
- Zucchini and Mushroom Skillet Lasagna by Curious Cuisiniere
- Four Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Shells by Melanie Makes
- Spicy Penne with Tomatoes and Havarti by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Cheesy Tomato Casserole by Bobbi’s Kozy Kitchen
- Deconstructed Vegan “Lasagna” by What Smells So Good?
- Ramen Stir Fry by Ninja Baking
- Roasted Red Pepper Lasagna by Cravings of a Lunatic
- Broccolini Macaroni and Cheese by Family Foodie
- Sundried Tomato and Zucchini Pizza with Goat Cheese by Healthy. Delicious.
- Creamy Parmesan Mushroom and Leek Pasta by Neighborfood
- Roasted Veggie Manicotti by Hot Momma’s Kitchen Chaos
- Pasta Patate by Webicurean
- Spaghetti and Chickpeas and Roasted Tomato Sauce by The Wimpy Vegetarian
- Broccoli, Mushroom, and Rice Casserole by Momma’s Meals
- Radicchio and Gorgonzola Tortelloni with Butter and Walnuts by Manu’s Menu
Burgers
- Quinoa Black Bean Burger with Ginger Cilantro & Turmeric by Sue’s Nutrition Buzz
- Garbanzo and Brown Rice Burgers by girlichef
- Tofu Burgers by Small Wallet, Big Appetite
Tacos & Everything Wrapped
- Blackened Tofu Tacos with Asian Slaw by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
- Mushroom & Poblano Tacos by La Cocina de Leslie
- Green Chile Enchiladas by Cookin’ Mimi
- Beet and Goat Cheese Tacos with Avocado Cream by The Girl In The Little Red Kitchen
- Black Bean and Avocado Flautas by Supper for a Steal
- Black Bean Spinach Quinoa Burritos by Alida’s Kitchen
Other Main and Side Dishes
- Vegan, Gluten Free Breakfast Bars by Pies and Plots
- Mushroom and Lentil Cottage Pie by A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures
- Mediterranean Tomato Tart by Magnolia Days
- Lentil Stuffed Peppers by Peanut Butter and Peppers
- Fontina Polenta with Sauteed Porcini Mushrooms by La Bella Vita Cucina
- Leek and Zucchini Tarte Tatin by Food Lust People Love
- Tofu and Peas Curry (Tofu Matar) by Soni’s Food
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Manu
March 9, 2014 at 6:41 amI think I must have been the only child on earth to like broccolini! hahaha
My kids don’t like them… but your recipe is a great idea to get them to eat some!
The Ninja Baker
March 9, 2014 at 8:15 amYour so right, Isabel. macaroni and cheese is a gift from Heaven…Like Manu, I also have always loved broccolini….But for my husband and nieces and nephews, I believe your scrumptious solution is the perfect way to sneak, I mean serve up some extra good for you vitamins!
Stacy
March 9, 2014 at 9:36 amI am fortunate that my girls love their greens, even spinach, kale and collard greens so I don’t HAVE to sneak them in. Sometimes I just like to. 🙂 Your macaroni and cheese with broccolini would be a favorite on my plate, Isabel!
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers
March 9, 2014 at 9:56 amI love broccoli and cheese together and your macaroni is perfect! I think even the pickest eaters in my house would love it!
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious
March 9, 2014 at 10:10 amA winey cheese sauce over broc? I’m THERE!
Brianne @ Cupcakes & Kale Chips
March 9, 2014 at 10:55 amHaha, mac & cheese is totally one of the best vehicles for getting veggies into your kids!
Liz
March 9, 2014 at 11:54 amOooh, I love your grown up mac and cheese! Especially since you added veggies! It’s practically health food, right????
Shaina
March 9, 2014 at 2:26 pmI have never heard of broccolini…but this dish looks and sounds amazing, so I will need to go on a hunt for it!
Bea
March 9, 2014 at 4:37 pmWhat time is dinner, Isabel? This sounds just SO SO SO good and I probably will eat at least two servings 🙂
Jennifer Miller/MealDiva
March 9, 2014 at 4:55 pmMac & cheese with broccoli — my middle child would eat the whole pan! Looks yummy!!!
Shannon R
March 9, 2014 at 6:20 pmMac & Trees! Nice job, I’d totally inhale this.
Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen
March 9, 2014 at 6:28 pmOoohh cheese AND wine? This sounds like a perfect way to get some veggies in my guy!!
Cheryl
March 9, 2014 at 7:06 pmWow, Isabel, it looks so yummy! My family would surely gobble it down! HUGS
Lori @ Foxes Love Lemons
March 9, 2014 at 7:40 pmOh man, somebody else knows about this little mac & cheese secret? 🙂 I’ve never used white wine in my mac before, though. I’m sure it adds a bright touch of acidity, it must be so tasty!
Cindys Recipes and Writings
March 9, 2014 at 9:46 pmMore mac and cheese please! Oh and I’ll have a glass of Gallo Chardonnay with that too please!
Alice // Hip Foodie Mom
March 9, 2014 at 11:28 pmIsabel,
yummm!! what a fabulous spin on mac and cheese!! can’t wait to try this!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
March 9, 2014 at 11:58 pmYou are so right, Isabel. Everything is better with some mac ‘n cheese. I love this dish – I’ll bet the kids would love this dish the next time they come to visit. It looks perfect to me. And I love you used Gallo wine in it!!!!
Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere
March 10, 2014 at 5:34 amI’m pretty sure I would eat anything tucked into mac and cheese too! But broccoli and cheese are always a match made in heaven!
Renee
March 10, 2014 at 3:24 pmWould you believe I have served broccolini along with macaroni and cheese at the same meal and have never thought to put them together. Brilliant! Just simply brilliant!
Soni
March 11, 2014 at 10:42 amGreat idea to use Broccolini in Mac ‘n’ cheese!I have to try it for my kids and I’m sure it will be a hit 🙂
Lane @ Supper for a Steal
March 11, 2014 at 1:37 pmI love adding veggies to casseroles or mac and cheese. Even if it’s not to sneak them in just for the fact that it adds a little something extra to it. This looks delicious and now I’m craving some mac and cheese.
Sarah
March 11, 2014 at 2:04 pmMy family would totally go for this, they love broccollini and cheese!
Laura Hunter
March 13, 2014 at 6:41 amSo my 2 year old has just gotten into eating “trees” so I am going to have to give this a try.
Tammi @ Momma's Meals
March 13, 2014 at 7:54 amI love Broccolini!! Who would have thought to add it to Mac N Cheese! Brilliant! I’m totally trying this! Hopefully MM will eat it since she loves broccoli!
Courtney @ Neighborfood
March 13, 2014 at 12:34 pmYes to meatless comfort food! This is pure cheesy goodness. love it.
Anne @ Webicurean
March 15, 2014 at 12:45 pmMac and cheese is one of those magical foods–I once made a mac and cheese using up leftover ham with blue cheese… even the blue cheese haters loved it! I can’t wait to try this one!