Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Cheesy Baked Shells and Broccoli


Serves 4
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

Directions

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.

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