Broccoli Mac and Cheese Casserole

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Broccoli and cheese, long a staple in so many dinner recipes, have paired off to make this guaranteed family-pleaser: Broccoli Mac and Cheese Casserole!

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  • 6
  • 25 mins
  • 70 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/2 lb. (8 oz.) VELVEETA®, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 2 cups small fresh broccoli florets, cooked
  • 1 cup KRAFT Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup French fried onions

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oven to 350ºF.

Cook macaroni as directed on package, omitting salt.

Meanwhile, melt butter in large saucepan on medium heat. Whisk in flour; cook 2 min., stirring constantly. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to boil; cook and stir 3 to 5 min. or until thickened. Add VELVEETA; cook 3 min. or until melted, stirring frequently.

Drain macaroni. Add to VELVEETA sauce along with the broccoli and 1/2 cup cheddar; mix well. Spoon into 8-inch square baking dish sprayed with cooking spray; sprinkle with remaining cheddar. Top with onions.

Bake 20 min. or until heated through.