Squeezing in quality time over dinner is an important part of our family's day. This is a favourite—easy to prepare, healthy and a hit with the whole family.
Equipment
Measuring cups and spoons
Cutting board and knife
Cheese grater
8-cup (2 L) Casserole dish
Large saucepan
Stirring spoon
Whisk
Large pot for boiling macaroni
Colander
Small bowl for mixing topping
Ingredients
1 Tbsp (15 mL) butter
1 small onion, minced
1/4 cup (60 mL) chopped celery
2 Tbsp (30 mL) all-purpose flour
1 1/3 cups (325 mL) milk
1 can (370 mL) 2% evaporated milk
1 cup (250 mL) shredded old cheddar cheese
1/3 cup (75 mL) shredded parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp (2mL) each, salt and pepper
2 cups (500 mL) macaroni
3 cups (750 mL) small broccoli florets
1 cup (250 mL) diced Black Forest Ham or cooked crumbled bacon (optional)
TOPPING
1 Tbsp (30 mL) butter, melted
1 1/2 cups (375 mL) fresh multigrain bread crumbs
1 Tbsp (15 mL) dried Italian seasoning
Directions
Preheat oven to 375° F (190° C).
Butter an 8-cup (2 L) casserole dish.
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.
Whisk in milk and evaporated milk; cook, stirring for about 5 minutes or until thickened.
Remove from heat; stir in cheddar and parmesan cheeses, salt and pepper.
Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling water, cook macaroni for 5 minutes or until almost tender. Add broccoli; cook for 1 minute.
Drain and add to sauce along with ham, if using. Spread into prepared casserole dish.
To prepare topping, combine butter, bread crumbs and Italian seasoning in a small bowl. Sprinkle over macaroni.
Bake in preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
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