Broccoli-Ham Macaroni Recipe

By carvalhohm

Ingredients

• TOPPING:
• 1-1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
• 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
• 1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 cups fat-free milk
• 2-1/2 cups (10 ounces) shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
• 1 tablespoon butter, melted

Details

Servings 6
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, place 1 in. of water in large saucepan; add broccoli. Bring to boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender.

In another saucepan, saute onion, ham and red pepper in 1 tablespoon butter until vegetables are crisp-tender. Sprinkle with flour; stir until blended. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Stir in cheese, parsley, mustard and seasonings until blended. Drain broccoli and macaroni; stir into cheese sauce. Transfer to greased 2-qt. baking dish (dish will be full).

Combine bread crumbs and butter. Sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through.