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Ham and Broccoli Macaroni and Cheese Bake
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Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Medium Saucepan
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 1 1/2 cups diced cooked ham
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and lightly grease a medium baking dish.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the macaroni until just tender. Drain and set aside.
  • Steam or microwave the broccoli florets for 3 minutes until bright green and still firm. Set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for one minute.
  • Slowly pour in the milk while whisking. Continue stirring until the sauce thickens slightly.
  • Remove the sauce from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  • Combine the cooked macaroni, broccoli, and diced ham in a large bowl. Pour the cheese sauce over and mix gently.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Toss the panko breadcrumbs with olive oil and sprinkle evenly over the top.
  • Bake for 20 minutes until the topping is golden and the edges are bubbling.

Notes

Leftovers reheat well in the oven at 350 degrees with a splash of milk stirred in to loosen the sauce. If you want a milder flavor, swap half the cheddar for mozzarella. The broccoli stays best when added after a short steam rather than boiled with the pasta.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Equipment: Large Pot, Medium Saucepan, Baking Dish, Mixing Bowl