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Gluten Free Broccoli Basil Cheese Pasta

This gluten free broccoli basil cheese pasta is an easy weeknight meal that the whole family will love. 
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 550kcal
Author: Megan

Ingredients

  • 3/4 lb gluten free pasta shells
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons gluten free flour blend
  • 12 ounces evaporated milk (plus a few splashes of regular milk to thin out the sauce if need be)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 8 ounces shredded cheddar
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 2 crowns of broccoli (approximately 2 1/2 to 3 cups rinsed and cut into small pieces)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 4 basil leaves (chopped into small pieces)

Instructions

  • In a large pot, boil water and cook pasta al dente according to directions on the box.
  • Strain the pasta when it is done and then put it back in the pot.
  • In the meantime, in a large skillet, melt butter on low.
  • Then add flour and whisk constantly until you make a rue. Don't look away because it is very easy to burn.
  • Add in the ground mustard, paprika, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • While still whisking, slowly add the evaporated milk. Try to keep whisking so that the sauce doesn't get too clumpy. It's okay if it does, you can always add a little more butter too to make it smoother. Turn up the heat a little bit and whisk until the sauce thickens.
  • Then, add in the cheddar and mozzarella cheese and stir until incorporated.
  • In a microwave safe bowl, add broccoli and a few tablespoons of water. Then cover the top with a microwave safe plate that is flipped over.
  • Microwave for 60 seconds or until the broccoli is steamed. I like mine with a little crunch still but if you prefer a softer broccoli you can go a little longer than that. I had to steam my broccoli in 2 batches because my bowl was small. Drain the water from the bowl and add the broccoli to the cheese mixture.
  • Then add the basil to the mixture. Stir until the broccoli and basil are incorporated.
  • Add the cheese mixture to the pasta and stir until the pasta is well coated. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 550kcal | Carbohydrates: 62g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 69mg | Sodium: 552mg | Potassium: 849mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 2020IU | Vitamin C: 181.8mg | Calcium: 539mg | Iron: 2.7mg
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