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Broccoli and Chorizo Mac and Cheese Pots

October 15, 2014 by Katie Bryson

Broccoli and Chorizo Mac and Cheese Pots by Katie Bryson for Parentdish.co.uk

Macaroni cheese is one of my all time favourite family suppers, you just can’t beat it for a spot of autumnal comfort food. My mum’s macaroni cheese was always so inviting, especially when she popped some bacon on top with cheese and breadcrumbs and whipped it under the grill until it went crispy. Divine.

So i’ve developed my own little version using a chorizo, cheese and polenta crust for a slightly different take. I’ve also used my trusty little enamel pie dishes so everyone gets their own portion. This helps when you’ve got a vegetarian in the family who requires a slightly different version. The boys also adore having their very own dish of dinner – ownership is king in this house!

You can get hold of these little enamel pots really cheaply in kitchen supply shops. They’re lightweight, don’t smash and clean up a dream in the dishwasher. They also happen to look very attractive in photos!

I’ve vegged this recipe up with a head of broccoli cut into tiny florets and boiled for the last couple of minutes with the macaroni. You can do the same with cauliflower if you like. It’s just a good way of getting some extra vegetables into your brood. I also like to serve this with heaps of salad on the side.

Once again this is another recipe for Parentdish, so you’ll have to pop over there to get the recipe, but I do hope you’ll try it as it really is very very goooooooooooood!

Broccoli and Chorizo Mac and Cheese Pots by Katie Bryson for Parentdish.co.uk

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Speedy Suppers

I’m entering this into this month’s round of Speedy Suppers hosted in turn by myself and Sarah at Maison Cupcake. We’ve got a cheesy theme going on, so head on over for more quick and cheesy ideas!

Extra Veg

I’ll also throw it into the mix for Extra Veg because of the broccoli i’ve got in there, hosted this month by Emily at A Mummy Too on behalf of Fuss Free Flavours and Utterly Scrummy.

Filed Under: 1 Featured Posts, 1 Featured Recipes, Dinner Recipes, Editorial, Food Writing, One Pot, Pasta Tagged With: cheese, comfort food, mac and cheese, macaroni cheese, pasta, quick family food

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Comments

  1. Sarah, Maison Cupcake says

    October 15, 2014 at 9:59 am

    That looks divine! I want!

    • Katie Bryson says

      October 15, 2014 at 7:06 pm

      Thanks Sarah – just polished off the leftovers for my dinner after a long day!

  2. Jan Bennett @GlugofOil says

    October 15, 2014 at 10:04 am

    Hungry now!

    • Katie Bryson says

      October 15, 2014 at 7:07 pm

      Hehe sorry Jan – they do have that effect!

  3. Dom says

    October 16, 2014 at 9:24 am

    such a lovely idea to make individual pots like this, love the added broccoli too. So pretty!

    • Katie Bryson says

      October 21, 2014 at 6:35 am

      Thanks Dom – I like to break up the beige with a spot of colour!

  4. Sally - My Custard Pie says

    October 16, 2014 at 10:39 am

    Love the extra veg and the use of polenta. Definitely bookmarking this one.

    • Katie Bryson says

      October 21, 2014 at 6:35 am

      Thanks Sally – I’m having a bit of a polenta moment currently! It’s going in everything 😉

  5. laura@howtocookgoodfood says

    October 16, 2014 at 1:58 pm

    A perfect meal for all the family, what a winning idea. Your additions are just great, definitely making this next week!

    • Katie Bryson says

      October 22, 2014 at 5:21 pm

      Thanks Laura… it’s nice to add a few new ingredients to an old favourite, stops things getting too boring!

  6. Thalia @ butter and brioche says

    October 20, 2014 at 8:37 pm

    I love mac and cheese but have never added chorizo before.. definitely something I need to do. Thanks for the idea!

    • Katie Bryson says

      October 21, 2014 at 6:28 am

      Ooh you definitely need to try it Thalia!

  7. Kim says

    October 20, 2014 at 8:52 pm

    Hi. Waoo this looks so delicious 🙂

    • Katie Bryson says

      October 21, 2014 at 6:28 am

      Thanks Kim 🙂

  8. ami@naivecookcooks says

    October 21, 2014 at 1:06 am

    First time on your blog and I must say I am impressed!! Delicious recipes!

    • Katie Bryson says

      October 21, 2014 at 6:29 am

      Thanks so much Ami!

  9. Lilli @ Sugar and Cinnamon says

    October 21, 2014 at 2:57 am

    These sound delicious!!

    • Katie Bryson says

      October 21, 2014 at 6:30 am

      Thank you Lilli – they went down a treat with the family.

Trackbacks

  1. 28 ways to get an extra portion of veg into your meals (#extraveg October round up) | A Mummy Too says:
    November 1, 2014 at 9:38 am

    […] Squash and Tomato Soup 10. Ottolenghi’s Miso-Braised Cabbage 11. Slow Cooker Apple Pie Chilli 12. Quick and Easy Broccoli and Chorizo Mac and Cheese 13. Cauliflower Tabouli | Searching for Spice 14. Warm Rice & Quinoa Salad with Pan Fried Tofu […]

  2. 10 Bloggers' Favourite Recipes - Fab Food 4 All says:
    August 18, 2016 at 10:02 am

    […] Broccoli and Chorizo Mac and Cheese Pots from Katie at Feeding Boys and a Firefighter “Macaroni cheese is one of my all time favourite family suppers, you just can’t beat it for a spot of autumnal comfort food. My mum’s macaroni cheese was always so inviting, especially when she popped some bacon on top with cheese and breadcrumbs and whipped it under the grill until it went crispy. Divine. So i’ve developed my own little version using a chorizo, cheese and polenta crust for a slightly different take. Making them in individual dishes means you can customise the toppings for the different tastes in your family. Especially if you have a vegetarian in your midst!” […]

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