Broccoli Mac & Cheese Bake

By cu6t4ie

country woman magazine

Ingredients

• 3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
• 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 1/2 cup butter,cubed
• 3 Tbs.all purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp. onion powder
• 1/4 tsp.pepper
• 1/8 tsp.salt
• 2 12oz. cans evaporated milk
• 2-1/2 cups(10oz.)shredded cheddar cheese,divided
• 1/2 cup cornbread-flavored crackers(about 6 crackers)

Preparation

Step 1

1.Cook macaroni according to package directions,adding broccoli durning the last 3-4 minutes;drain.
2.In alarge saucepan,melt butter.Stir in the flour,garlic powder,onion powder,pepper and salt until smooth;gradually stir in evaporated milk.Bring to a boil;cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.Remove from heat;stir in 2 cups cheese.
3.Place half of the macaroni and broccoli in a greased 13-in.x9-in. baking dish.Top with half of the cheese sauce.Repeat layers.Sprinkle with cracker crumbs and remaining cheese.
4.Bake,uncovered,at 375degrees fo 20-25 minutes or until bubbly.