Cheesy Baked Shells and Broccoli

By bossenga

Hands-On Time: 15m
Total Time: 25m

Ingredients

• 3/4 pound medium pasta shells
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk
• 2 cups grated Cheddar
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• kosher salt and pepper
• 1 16-ounce package frozen broccoli florets

Preparation

Step 1

1.Heat broiler.
2.Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
3.Meanwhile, heat the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the flour and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Whisk in the milk and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 4 to 5 minutes.
4.Add 1 1/2 cups of the cheese and stir until melted. Stir in the nutmeg, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper.
5.Add the pasta and broccoli and toss to combine. Transfer to a broilerproof 8-inch square or another 1 1/2-quart baking dish. Sprinkle with the remaining 1⁄2 cup of cheese. Broil until golden, 3 to 4 minutes.