Creamy Baked Broccoli and Ham Macaroni
This comforting baked macaroni dish features a creamy cheese sauce, tender broccoli, and savory ham, all topped with a crispy breadcrumb crust for a satisfying and flavorful meal.
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Cook the macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, steam the broccoli florets until crisp-tender, about 4-5 minutes.
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In a saucepan, sauté the onion, ham, and red pepper in butter until the vegetables are tender. Sprinkle in the flour and stir until blended. Gradually whisk in the milk and bring to a boil, cooking and stirring for 2 minutes until thickened.
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3
Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheese, parsley, mustard, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and pepper until well combined. Drain the cooked macaroni and broccoli, then stir them into the cheese sauce.
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4
Transfer the macaroni mixture to a greased 2-quart baking dish. In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs and melted butter, then sprinkle the mixture over the top of the casserole.
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Bake, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes, or until heated through and the topping is golden brown.
Nutrition Information
Per serving (based on 7 servings)
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an estimate.
