Whole Grain Mac and Cheese with Parmesan Broccoli Topping by Tidbits

– For the Mac and Cheese:
– 1 pound of uncooked whole wheat macaroni (like Tinkyada Brown Rice pasta)
– 2 tablespoons butter
– 1 tablespoons Kosher salt
– 1 teaspoon dry mustard
– 1/4 teaspoon cayenne (omit if you don’t want the heat)
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– 2 tablespoons cornstarch
– 2 1/2 cups water
– 3 cups skim milk, divided
– 2 cups extra sharp cheddar cheese
– 1 cup quesadilla cheese (like Cacique Queso Quesadilla cheese or Supremo Queso Chihuahua cheese, can substitute with Monterey Jack)
– For the Roasted Panko Parmesan Broccoli:
– 4 cups broccoli florets
– Olive oil to lightly coat
– 1/4 cup whole wheat panko breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup finely grated parmesan cheese
– 1/2 teaspoon dry italian seasoning
– Kosher salt
– freshly ground black pepper

Prep Time: 5 min
Cook Time: 30 min
Total Time: 35 min