Make the best Copycat Velveeta Broccoli Mac and Cheese that’s creamy, flavorful, and has hints of spice from the secret ingredient— cajun seasoning. This one is definitely comfort food at its best! A true family favorite! Vegan + Gluten-free options available.
Mac and cheese is the definition of comfort in a bowl. I literally remember being in absolutely love with Mac and cheese growing up, especially a box of Velveeta! While the classic version was an absolute delicious option, i always would scurry the aisles of the grocery store for the broccoli version. There was something about those bits + pieces of broccoli that added a nice balance between all that creaminess.
So of course, I had to pay homage to a childhood staple of mine. This Copycat Velveeta Broccoli Mac and cheese is by far the most creamiest, easy pasta that I enjoy making for my family that can act both as a main dish or side. It just depends on how you’re feeling that night. Haha.
This recipe is 100% delicious, but it does come with a vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free option. I like to use GF pasta and GF friendly ingredients to make this recipe attainable for any diet. However, if you need to have this dish vegan-friendly—-I always love making my Ultimate Vegan Mac + Cheese recipe (made from a cashew cream) and just add in the roasted broccolini and wallah!
You can serve this creamy broccoli mac + cheese pasta as an entree all on its own (with a tall glass of Traditional Southern Iced Sweet Tea) or treat it like a side dish. It’s great with Creamy Tuscan Chicken + Spinach or Braised Apple BBQ Braised Ribs and a Quick + Easy Fall Harvest Apple Kale Salad.
Of course, if you’re looking to keep things entirely meatless—-these BBQ Cauliflower Wings or this Jerk Veggie Farro Bowl work as the perfect mains for this Mac + Cheese also.
Ok, so when it comes to making this Copycat Velveeta Broccoli Mac + Cheese, I chose to keep ingredients minimal for ease.
For starters, you need your favorite dry medium shells pasta (I love using the medium size because it creates more ‘meatiness’ in every bite). Of course, the sauce is the ‘star’ of this dish, therefore, the following ingredients are super important: heavy cream, vegetable stock, white cooking wine, cajun seasoning blend (secret ingredient), garlic cloves, Sharp cheddar cheese, and seasonings.
Lastly, you add your roasted broccoli or broccolini and BAM! You’re good to go!
To make your seasoning, combine:
Together, these herbs and spices strike the perfect balance of savory and fresh with a bit of smoky heat.
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