Hearty Ham & Broccoli Macaroni and Cheese

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375° F (190° C).
2. Butter an 8-cup (2 L) casserole dish.
3. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; sauté onion and celery for about 3 minutes or until lightly golden. Sprinkle with flour; cook, stirring for 1 minute.
4. Whisk in milk and evaporated milk; cook, stirring for about 5 minutes or until thickened.
5. Remove from heat; stir in cheddar and parmesan cheeses, salt and pepper.
6. Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling water, cook macaroni for 5 minutes or until almost tender. Add broccoli; cook for 1 minute.
7. Drain and add to sauce along with ham, if using. Spread into prepared casserole dish.
8. To prepare topping, combine butter, bread crumbs and Italian seasoning in a small bowl. Sprinkle over macaroni.
9. Bake in preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until bubbly and golden.