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4 Easy ways to the load the perfect, inexpensive comfort food with vegetables or protein. Because for some reason we keep trying to improve upon perfection. Macaroni & Cheese made the easy and cheap way, with real food.
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The One with Broccoli

This is not the proper way to steam broccoli. By all means, check the 8 million Google search results for steaming frozen broccoli. Or read the back of the package. This is my lazy/fast way to cook frozen vegetables.

Author: Steph Jenkins
Ingredients
  • One 12-oz bag frozen broccoli
  • 1 batch Macaroni & Cheese
Instructions

  1. While the pasta for the macaroni and cheese (recipe here) is simmering, Fill a medium size pot with 2-3 inches of water. Set it over medium-high heat. Pour frozen broccoli into the water. Cover with the lid and bring water to a boil.

  2. When it’s boiling, turn the heat off and let broccoli sit for 3-5 minutes, just until bright green and fork tender.
  3. Immediately strain the broccoli in a colander (this prevents it from overcooking in the hot water).
  4. When broccoli cools slightly, place it on a cutting board and chop it finely.

  5. Stir it into the macaroni and cheese and serve.

Recipe Notes

FLAVOR TIP: Instead of using frozen broccoli, saute 1/4 cup each finely chopped onion and peppers with finely chopped fresh broccoli. When the onion is translucent and broccoli is tender, stir it into the macaroni and cheese.