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Chorizo Topped Mac and Cheese

Chorizo Topped Mac and Cheese

with Garlicky Tenderstem® Broccoli
4.0(1.6K)Review Summary
Mimi Morley
Mimi MorleyUpdated on September 23, 2025
Calories
995 kcal
Protein
38.4g protein
Total
35 minutes
Difficulty
Medium
Allergens:
  • Milk
  • Cereals containing gluten
  • Soya
  • May contain traces of allergens
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

1

Garlic Clove

75

Mature Cheddar Cheese

(Contains: Milk)

180

Macaroni

(Contains: Cereals containing gluten May contain traces of: Soya)

90

Diced Chorizo

10

Panko Breadcrumbs

(Contains: Cereals containing gluten)

10

Chicken Stock Paste

80

Tenderstem® Broccoli

150

Creme Fraiche

(Contains: Milk)

1

Dried Oregano

Not included in your delivery

1

Oil for the Roux

2

Plain Flour

250

Water for the Sauce

Energy (kJ)4164 kJ
Energy (kcal)995 kcal
Fat57.1 g
of which saturates29 g
Carbohydrate80.1 g
of which sugars6.6 g
Protein38.4 g
Salt3.9 g
Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.
Medium Saucepan
Garlic Press
Grater
Colander
Grill Pan
Bowl

Instructions

Cook the Pasta
1

Bring a large saucepan of water to the boil with 1/2 tsp salt for the pasta.
Meanwhile, peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press). Grate the cheese.
Once boiling, add the macaroni to the water and bring back to the boil. Cook until tender, 12 mins.
Once cooked, drain in a colander and pop back in the pan. Drizzle with oil and stir through to stop it sticking together.

Make the Chorizo Crumb
2

While the pasta cooks, heat a large frying pan on medium-high heat (no oil).
When the pan is hot, add the chorizo and panko breadcrumbs and fry until the chorizo starts to brown, 3-4 mins.
Transfer the chorizo crumb to a bowl and set aside. Keep the pan for later.

Start the Sauce
3

Pop a large saucepan on medium-high heat and add the olive oil for the roux (see ingredients for amount).
Once the oil is hot, stir in the flour (see ingredients for amount). Cook until it forms a paste consistency, 1-2 mins - you've made a roux!
Gradually stir in the water for the sauce (see ingredients for amount) and then the chicken stock paste. Bring to the boil, then simmer until thickened, 1-2 mins.

Bring on the Broccoli
4

Meanwhile, wipe out your (now empty) frying pan and pop back on medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. Halve any thick broccoli stems lengthways.
Once the pan is hot, add the broccoli and stir-fry for 1-2 mins. Add the garlic and fry for 1 min more.
Add a splash of water and immediately cover with a lid or some foil. Lower the heat to medium and allow to cook until the broccoli is tender, 4-5 mins.
Remove the pan from the heat.

Finish the Sauce
5

Once the sauce has thickened, stir in the creme fraiche, then remove from the heat.
Add the dried oregano and Cheddar, stir until well combined. Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed.
Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and stir to combine. TIP: Add a splash of water to loosen if needed.

Serve
6

When everything is ready, spoon the mac and cheese into your serving bowls and sprinkle over the chorizo crumb.
Serve with the garlicky broccoli.
Enjoy!

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Feb 2026
  • Flavour: Many enjoyed the chorizo crumb topping, but some found the sauce bland or lacking in cheese flavour.
  • Ease of prep: Several reviewers mentioned the recipe was fiddly or complex, with multiple pans needed and tricky roux-making steps.
  • Suggestions: Consider adding more cheese, reducing oregano, and baking the dish for a crispy top.
  • Portions: Some found it rich and filling, while others wanted more pasta or vegetables for a balanced meal.
  • Texture: The sauce consistency varied; some found it creamy, others too thin or gloopy.
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