Macaroni & Cheese with Broccoli and Ham

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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 4
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 312.9
  • Total Fat: 10.5 g
  • Cholesterol: 23.1 mg
  • Sodium: 710.8 mg
  • Total Carbs: 37.9 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 12.6 g
  • Protein: 26.0 g

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Introduction

The broccoli does not have to be cooked in the boiling water. It can be added to the casserole frozen, just add an extra 15 minutes to the baking time. The broccoli does not have to be cooked in the boiling water. It can be added to the casserole frozen, just add an extra 15 minutes to the baking time.
Number of Servings: 4

Ingredients

    1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
    1 1/2 cup Milk, nonfat
    1/2 cup, diced Cheddar or Colby Cheese, Low Fat
    1 dash Pepper, black
    1 dash Salt
    1 tbsp Olive Oil
    1/2 cup, diced Ham, extra lean, (5% fat)
    1 package (2 lb) Broccoli, frozen
    1 clove Garlic
    1/2 cup, chopped Onions, raw
    1 tbsp Parsley
    0.13 cup Whole Wheat Flour
    1.5 cup Creamette 150 Thin Spaghetti (by TRACTRE32)

Tips

The broccoli does not have to be cooked in the boiling water. It can be added to the casserole frozen, just add an extra 15 minutes to the baking time.


Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees and spray a 2-quart casserole with nonstick cooking spray.

Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

In a 2-quart saucepan, cook onion & garlic until translucent, then add the flour, salt pepper, and parsley. Cook until the mixture for two minutes. Slowly whisk in the hot milk and simmer, stirring occasionally for 4 minutes. When thickened, add parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Add the macaroni and broccoli to the boiling water and cook until the pasta is al dente, about 7 to 8 minutes. Drain the pasta.

Pour the macaroni and diced ham into the prepared casserole dish. Immediately pour the milk mixutre over it and stir to combine. Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese over the top and then sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the cheese.

Bake, uncovered, for about 30 minutes or until the edges are bubbling and the top is golden brown. Remove from the oven and let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Serving Size: Makes 4 servings