One Pot Stove-Top Mac and Cheese

This super easy One Pot Stove-Top Mac and Cheese is the perfect recipe for sneaking in vegetables. Elbow macaroni and broccoli are boiled together until al dente. Then a splash of milk, a handful of sharp cheddar cheese, and a little shredded zucchini. Together they create a creamy mac and cheese that’s wholesome and delicious. This simple mac and cheese is made all in one pot, in just 30 minutes.

1 pound short-cut pasta

1 head broccoli, chopped

¾ cup canned coconut milk, heavy cream, or whole milk

3 ounces cream cheese, cubed

1 medium zucchini, grated (about 1 cup grated)

1 tablespoon dijon mustard

2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon paprika

¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

1 to 2 tablespoons salted butter (optional)

Kosher salt and black pepper

Directions at halfbakedharvest.com

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